PROCEDURES AND STEPS. A grievance must be filed within thirty (30) days of the occurrence of the event on which the claim of grievance is based. The timelines and procedures herein shall be strictly followed unless waived in writing by the parties. Failure of the Grievant to follow the timelines shall mean the grievance is withdrawn. Conversely, failure by the District to follow the timelines shall automatically qualify the grievance for advancement to the next step. Grievances relating to interpretation and/or application of this Agreement when filed in the name of the Association may be initiated at Step 2 as provided hereinafter.
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PROCEDURES AND STEPS. A grievance must be filed within thirty (30) days of the occurrence of the event on which the claim of grievance is based. The timelines and procedures herein shall be strictly followed unless waived in writing by the parties. Failure of the Grievant grievant to follow the timelines shall mean the grievance is withdrawn. Conversely, failure by the District to follow the timelines shall automatically qualify the grievance for advancement to the next step. Grievances relating to interpretation and/or application of this Agreement when filed in the name of the Association may be initiated at Step 2 as provided hereinafter.
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