This agreement shall come into force and take effect as of the first day of August 2013 and shall remain in effect through July 31, 2018 and shall automatically renew itself thereafter from year to year unless either party gives the other written notice of a desire to replace or amend this Agreement. Notice shall be given by either party not more than ninety (90) days and not less than thirty (30) days prior to the date of expiry of the term of the Agreement. At such time as may be mutually agreed upon, representatives of the Association and the Education Authority shall meet for the purpose of commencing negotiations.
Within fifteen (15) working days after notice has been given by either party indicating a desire for the renewal of, the amendment of, or the negotiation of a new Agreement; the parties must meet to set a date for the exchange of proposals. The fifteen (15) day limit may be extended by mutual consent of both parties.