Common use of New and Changed Classifications Clause in Contracts

New and Changed Classifications. (a) The Employer shall prepare Classification Descriptions for each classification in Schedule A. A copy of each of the Descriptions, and any changes made thereto from time to time, shall be provided to the Union. (b) If a new classification is established by the Employer, or if a substantial change is made to any existing Description, the rate and Classification Description shall be established by the Employer and the Union shall be advised. If the Union objects to the new rate, in writing, within thirty (30) days, the parties shall meet to negotiate the rate. If the parties cannot agree on the rate, the rate shall be determined by an Arbitration Board established as provided in the Grievance Procedure Article in this Agreement.