As used in this chapter, unless the context requires otherwise: “Dispute resolution proceeding” means any structured process in which a neutral assists parties to a dispute in reaching a voluntary settlement by means of dispute resolution processes such as mediation, conciliation, facilitation, partnering, fact-finding, neutral evaluation, use of ombudsmen or any other proceeding leading to […]
A. Except as specifically prohibited by law, if the parties to the dispute agree, any public body may use dispute resolution proceedings to narrow or resolve any issue in controversy. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prohibit or limit other public body dispute resolution authority. Nothing in this chapter shall create or alter […]
A. Each state agency shall adopt a written policy that addresses the use of dispute resolution proceedings within the agency and for the agency’s program and operations. The policy shall include, among other things, training for employees involved in implementing the agency’s policy and the qualifications of a neutral to be used by the agency. […]
Repealed by Acts 2012, cc. 803, 835, cl. 3.
A. Except for the materials described in subsection B, all dispute resolution proceedings conducted pursuant to this chapter are subject to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (§ 2.2-3700 et seq.). B. All memoranda, work products, or other materials contained in the case file of a mediator are confidential and all materials in the case […]
