Clarification: In general, timelines for grievances run from the date that an individual or the Union receives written notice of an event or action, such as a non-reappointment or a layoff. Additionally, a timeline may be triggered when an individual or the AFT learns of an action taken by the University (as opposed to receiving notice from the University). Planning and decisions that have not been implemented are not grievable. For example: if the University is planning to increase the workload of NSF, the grievance timeline does not begin until the workload is actually increased. Consultations between the union and the University may take place prior to a plan being implemented.