Sec. 14.30.10.02. Voluntary Impasse Assistance

Upon receipt of a notice of impasse, the executive director shall initiate an informal inquiry. Unless jointly filed, the executive director shall verify with the other party that the parties are at impasse. Upon confirmation or receipt of a joint notice of impasse, the parties may voluntarily agree to mediate the impasse and select a mediator. If the parties are unable to mutually agree on the selection of a mediator, the chairman or executive director shall advise the parties of third-party mediation options, which may include a member of the Board, or may request mediation by a third-party mediation service. The parties shall bear any cost associated with the use of third-party mediation services.