Common use of Level VI Clause in Contracts

Level VI. If the grievant(s) is/are not satisfied with the decision at Level IV, grievant(s) may within five (5) working days submit a request in writing to the Chancellor for a review of the decision by the Board of Trustees. The Board will review a written summary by the Chancellor and a written summary by the grievant(s) at the next regular Board meeting. This summary may include statements from witnesses. A copy of this summary will be given to the grievant(s) and Association. The Board will render a final and binding determination of the grievance. If the Board of Trustees determines that it is unable to render a final determination on the record, it may reopen the record for the taking of additional evidence from the Chancellor and the grievant(s), and/or any witnesses. No employee shall be discriminated against as a result of filing a grievance. In the event the advisory arbitration has been utilized, the Board of Trustees shall consider the arbitrator's recommendation at its next regular meeting, provided that at least ten (10) working days have elapsed since receipt of the decision. The Board of Trustees may implement the arbitrator's decision in whole or in part; may decide not to implement the decision; may meet with the parties to discuss other alternative solutions; or may take whatever other action it deems appropriate. The action of the Board of Trustees shall be final and binding.