Sec. 402.304. - Mediation.

Upon the filing of a complaint as set forth in Section 402.302 and prior to the initiation of a formal investigation, the Commission may offer to the parties to a complaint the opportunity to participate in a mediation conference, in accordance with the rules of the Commission. If mediation is successful, the terms and conditions of the settlement shall be embodied in a negotiated settlement agreement. The Commission, if it approves the agreements, shall dismiss the complaint and take no further action. If mediation is unsuccessful, the Commission may proceed with the investigation of the complaint as if mediation had not been attempted. (Ord. 78-633-626, § 1; Ord. 83-591-400, § 1; Ord. 1999-1117-E, § 1) Note— Former § 152.307.