As a public administrator and mediator, I have learned that most people would rather not have their lives consumed by conflict. However, sometimes conflicts or disputes escalate and demand full attention, distracting people from more productive pursuits. 

Although most people know disputes can be settled with honest dialogue, they often are uncertain how to initiate or maintain that dialogue. They default to confrontational strategies. As a result, it is helpful to involve a neutral third party before conflicts develop, or to calm a tempest that already has developed. By refocusing energies on projects, programs, issues and solutions, conflicts can be resolved and favorable outcomes obtained.

To some degree, conflict is an ever-present human condition. Peace is not found in the absence of conflict. Rather, it is found in how well we deal with conflict.

Together with mediation, negotiation and other conflict resolution strategies, South Valley Solutions provides professional and experienced advice that focuses on land-use and environmental issues, government and community relations, strategic planning and group facilitation to individuals, businesses, non-profit organizations and government agencies.

My more than 30 years of experience and training in urban planning, code enforcement, public administration, international government consultation, negotiation, dispute resolution and mediation provide the basis for my offer of South Valley Solutions’ assistance.