Common use of Informal Presentation and Discussion Clause in Contracts

Informal Presentation and Discussion. Prior to the notification of intent to file a formal Grievance, any unit member may present his/her dispute to the appropriate administrator, below the office of the Chancellor, with or without the UNKEA representative present. Similarly, representatives of the UNKEA may informally present and discuss the dispute on behalf of any unit member or group of Unit Members with the appropriate administrator, below the office of the Chancellor. Any settlement, withdrawal or disposition satisfactory to the complainant at this informal stage shall be reduced to writing, signed by the parties, and shall be binding on the parties as to the facts and circumstances giving rise to the dispute and the matters therein resolved. However, the same shall not constitute a binding precedent in the disposition of other similar disputes which may subsequently thereinafter arise.