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The question of arbitrability of a grievance may be ra.ised by either party before the arbitration hearing of the grievance on the grounds that the matter is non-arbitrable or beyond the arbitrator's jurisdiction. The first question to be pla.ced before the arbitrator will be whether or not the grievance is arbitrable. If the arbitrator determines the grievance is within the purview of arbitrability, the grievance will be heard on its merits befare the same arbitrator. The decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding on the grievant, the F.O.P. and the Employer. The arbitrator sha1l be requested to issue his decision within t,hirty (30) calendar days after the conclusion of testimony and argument or submission of final briefs. The cost aud fees of the arbitrator shall be borne equally by the parties. The expense of any non-employee witness sha11 be borne, if any, by the party caliing them. The fees of the caurt reporter shall be paid by the party asking for one: such fees shall be split equally if both parties .?, desire a reporter, or request a copy of any transcripts. Any bazgaining unit member whose attendance is required for such hearings shall not lose pay or benefits to the extent such hearing hours are during normally scheduled working hours at the day of the hearing. 27