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City of Vancouver
Community Mediation Services
(360) 696-8060
Services are free to any resident of Clark County.
Mediation - For Solving Problems Between Neighbors
The benefits of mediation are many. Mediation is both an alternative to enforcement and a positive way to solve difficult problems. It does not involve fines or tickets, so neighbors can live together without hard feelings. Mediation is:
- Voluntary
- Private
- Free
- Convenient
- Highly Successful
- Risk-free
Mediators are trained to help.
Mediators are volunteers trained in problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. they don't take sides; they are neutral community members who help neighbors negotiate their own agreements. Mediators help people communicate more clearly, sort out misunderstandings and settle differences.
Here are three options we offer:
- The mediator asks about the situation and helps you develop positive steps to take.
- If the problem seems too big, or you want more assistance, the mediator can call back and forth between you and the other person(s) to create agreements. A safe, honest meeting can be arranged for everyone to discuss the situation.
- We will provide mediators to help you talk about the problem and create solutions.
