Common use of Conducting Mediation Clause in Contracts

Conducting Mediation. 4.2.3.1 The format, dates and times of meetings will be arranged by the mediator and such meetings will be conducted in closed sessions. Once impasse has been declared, no news releases shall be made by either party or the mediator concerning the progress of such meetings. Nothing shall prohibit the parties from communicating internally with their own members or staff. Costs of clerical assistance and materials shall be shared equally by the Board and the Association. With the approval of all parties, joint periodic reports and/or press releases may be issued. 4.2.3.2 While in mediation, all IBS negotiations shall be suspended. 4.2.3.3 The mediator will meet with the representatives of the Board and the Association, either separately and/or together. 4.2.3.4 The parties may call upon competent professional and lay representatives to consider matters under discussion and to make suggestions, and may use consultants or advisors through the mediation process. Any expenses which may be incurred in securing and utilizing the services of advisory personnel, approved by both parties, will be shared equally by the Board and the Association. 4.2.3.5 To the extent that tentative agreements are reached as a result of such mediation, the procedures for ratifying tentative agreements as set forth in this Agreement shall apply. 4.2.3.6 If mediation fails in whole or in part, the mediator shall report the issues in writing which remain in dispute to the respective parties. 4.2.3.7 Any unresolved issues after mediation may either continue in negotiations between the two negotiating teams or may be submitted to fact finding if either party so requests. If no request is made, negotiations shall conclude on these unresolved issues with no changes to the agreement.