Common use of Step 3 – Mediation Clause in Contracts

Step 3 – Mediation. If the Grievant/Association is not satisfied with the written disposition received from the Superintendent, it may, in writing, request that the matter be submitted to mediation with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (“FMCS”). This request shall be made to FMCS and copied to the Superintendent within five (5) days of receipt of the Superintendent’s Step 2 decision. In the event that the grievance is not submitted to mediation within the prescribed time limits, the grievance shall be considered resolved based upon the Step 2 decision. Upon mutual agreement of the Board and the Association, this step may be waived.

Step 3 – Mediation. If the Grievant/Association is not satisfied with the written disposition received from the Superintendent, it may, in writing, request that the matter be submitted to mediation with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (“FMCS”). This request shall be made to FMCS and copied to the Superintendent within five (5) days of receipt of the Superintendent’s Step 2 decision. In the event that the grievance is not submitted to mediation within the prescribed time limits, the grievance shall be considered resolved based upon the Step 2 decision. Upon mutual agreement of the Board and the Association, this step may be waived.