Mediation Step. The Union or the Employer may initiate mediation of a grievance by giving written notice to the other party within seven (7) days of the receipt of the Step 2 decision. Upon receipt of written notice pursuant to this step, the time limits for the grievance procedure shall be suspended until (1) mediation is concluded, or (2) either party rejects or rescinds, in writing, its participation in mediation, whichever occurs first.
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Sources: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement