Time Limits. Since it is important that grievances be processed as rapidly as possible, the number of days indicated at each level should be considered as a maximum and every effort should be made to expedite the process. The time limits specified may, however, be extended by mutual agreement.
Time Limits. Each party involved in a grievance shall act quickly so that the grievance may be resolved promptly. Every effort should be made to complete action within the time limits contained in the grievance procedure. However, with the mutual consent of the parties, the time limitation for any step may be extended.
Time Limits. The number of days indicated at each level should be considered as a maximum and every effort should be made to expedite the process. The time limits specified may, however, be extended by mutual agreement.
Time Limits. Time shall in all respects be of the essence hereof provided that the time for doing or completing of any matter provided for herein may be extended or abridged by an agreement in writing signed by Seller and Buyer or by their respective lawyers who may be specifically authorized in that regard.
Time Limits. For the purposes of this Article, periods of time referred to in days shall be deemed such periods of time calculated on consecutive calendar days exclusive of Saturdays, Sundays and Named Holidays which are specified in Article 22.
Time Limits. If the Union or Employer do not present or pursue a grievance within the prescribed time limits, the grievance will be deemed to have been abandoned. However neither party shall be deemed to have prejudiced its position on any future grievance. Time limits may be altered by mutual consent of the parties; however, the consent must be in writing.
Time Limits. (A) Failure to initiate or appeal a grievance within the time limits in Section 4 shall be deemed a waiver of the grievance. Failure at any step of this procedure to submit a grievance to the next step within the specified time limits shall be deemed to be acceptance of the decision at that step.
Time Limits. (A) Failure at any step of this procedure to communicate the decision on a grievance within the specified time limits shall permit the grievant, or the PBA, where appropriate, to proceed to the next step. The state will make a good faith effort to timely communicate decisions at each step.
Time Limits. In determining the time within which any action is to be taken as prescribed in this procedure, reference to the word “day” shall mean a calendar day.
Time Limits. All time limits consist of school days, except that when a grievance is submitted fewer than ten (10) days before the close of the current school term, time limits shall consist of all weekdays.