| (a) Mediation is a consensual process in which an impartial
third party, the mediator, facilitates communication between the parties
to promote reconciliation, settlement, or understanding among them.
A mediator may not impose their own judgment on the issues for that
of the parties. The mediator must be acceptable to both parties.
(b) The mediation is subject to the provisions of the
Governmental Dispute Resolution Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter
2009.
(c) To facilitate a meaningful opportunity for settlement,
the parties must, to the extent possible, select representatives who
are knowledgeable about the dispute, who are in a position to reach
agreement, or who can credibly recommend approval of an agreement.
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