Proceeding to the Next Step. (1) The failure of the department head or hearing officer at any step to communicate his/her decision within the designated time limits shall permit the grievant to proceed to the next step of the grievance procedure. (2) The failure of the grievant to appeal a decision to the next higher step within the designated time limits, as detailed below, shall constitute a withdrawal of the grievance, and shall bar further action.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
Proceeding to the Next Step. (1) The failure of the department head or hearing officer at any step to communicate his/her decision within the designated time limits shall permit the grievant Grievant to proceed to the next step of the grievance procedure.
(2) The failure of the grievant Grievant to appeal a decision to the next higher step within the designated time limits, as detailed below, shall constitute a withdrawal of the grievance, and shall bar further action.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
