Common use of Effect of Time Limits Clause in Contracts

Effect of Time Limits. A. The failure of the grievant and/or Union to proceed from one step of the grievance procedure to the next step within the time limits set forth herein shall be deemed to be a waiver of the grievance and shall constitute a waiver of all future appeals concerning the particular grievance. B. The failure on the part of any College representative to render a decision on the grievance within the time limits set forth in this Agreement shall operate as a denial of the grievance, and entitle the employee to proceed to the next step. C. All time limits may be extended by mutual written agreement. D. The parties agree it is important that grievances be processed as rapidly as possible. The number of days indicated at each level is to be considered the maximum and every effort shall be made to expedite the process before the deadlines are reached. E. The day the grievant knew or should have known of the occurrence on which a grievance is based shall be counted as the first day. Actions or responses required shall be taken any time before the close of the grievant’s regular workday on the last day of any time limit or extension thereof.