Waivers and Time Limits. 16.5.1 Time is of the essence in all processing of grievances and the time limits prescribed herein shall be strictly construed. 16.5.2 Failure of a grievant to act on any grievance within the prescribed time limits shall render the grievance null and void. Failure of a grievant to appeal to the next step within the prescribed time limits shall conclude the grievance and constitute a settlement on the basis of the decision last made by the District. 16.5.3 Failure of the District to respond to a grievance within the prescribed time limits shall permit the grievant to appeal to the next step. 16.5.4 Any time limits established in this procedure may be modified by mutual written agreement between the District and the Union.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement