Mediation and Arbitration ORS 36.258 Duties of mediator Text Annotations In carrying out mediation under ORS 36.252 (Agricultural mediation services coordinated by State Department of Agriculture) to 36.268 (Provision of mediation services contingent on funding), a mediator shall: (1)Listen to the parties that are desiring to be heard. (2)Attempt to facilitate a negotiated agreement that provides for mutual satisfaction. (3)Seek assistance as necessary from any public or private agency to effect the goals of ORS 36.252 (Agricultural mediation services coordinated by State Department of Agriculture) to 36.268 (Provision of mediation services contingent on funding). (4)Permit any person who is a party to the mediation to be represented in all mediation proceedings by any person selected by the party. [1989 c.967 §6; 2001 c.104 §10; 2015 c.202 §5] Note: See note under 36.252 (Agricultural mediation services coordinated by State Department of Agriculture).