Common use of Level IV – Binding Arbitration Clause in Contracts

Level IV – Binding Arbitration. If the grievance has not been adjusted to the satisfaction of the grievant at Level II, or if no decision has been rendered within twenty (20) days after he/she had first met with the Superintendent, he/she may, within seven (7) school days after a decision by the Superintendent, whichever is sooner, request in writing that the Association submit his/her grievance to arbitration. If the Association determines that the grievance involves the interpretation, meaning or application of any of the provisions of this Agreement, it may give written notice to the Superintendent, within ten (10) days after receipt of the request from the grievant, to submit the grievance to binding arbitration. If any question arises as to arbitrability, such question will first be ruled upon by the arbitrator selected to hear the dispute.