Level III - Mediation. 14.5.1 If the grievance is denied or if the grievant is not satisfied with the decision at Level II, the grievant may, request that the District contact the State Mediation and Reconciliation Service to appoint a mediator to mediate the grievance. The request must be made within 10 days of receipt of the Level II denial or within 10 days of the deadline of the written decision. 14.5.2 Within ten (10) days of receipt of a request for mediation, the District shall file a request for mediation with the State Mediation and Conciliation Service. Timelines can be extended by written agreement. 14.5.3 The mediator shall attempt to find a mutually acceptable resolution to the grievance. 14.5.4 The mediator shall not issue any public statement of fact or opinion on the grievance. 14.5.5 If the parties reach a mutually acceptable resolution, it shall be recorded in writing and signed by the parties.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
