If the ruling under § 1623 is unsatisfactory to either the Vice President for Academic Affairs or the grievant, an appeal for reversal may be made to the President by either party.
In the absence of an appeal under this section, and upon expiration of five (5) working days after the committee's ruling, the ruling shall become final and binding on the parties.
In the event of a deadlock at Step 3, or an appeal to the President, the President shall render a final decision within five (5) working days, subject to the provisions of Title XVI of D.C. Law 2-139 which may permit further appeal to the Office of Employee Appeals.
D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 8, r. 8-B1624