Marcus, the president of a neighborhood improvement group, spoke with Michelle, a case worker at a community dispute resolution center, about a neighborhood conflict. The neighborhood couldn't agree whether or not to replace a local playground with a parking lot. While there were many parking problems in the area, many young children lived in the neighborhood. The neighborhood improvement group split into two sides over the issue, and people became angry with each other. Michelle suggested that mediation may be effective in this situation and explained the process to Marcus. She said, "When we mediate, the parties to the conflict have full control over the decision making. The mediator won't suggest solutions, make a decision for them, or give an opinion, even if they ask for one. But the aim is to help the parties create their OWN agreement."

Marcus asked, "Does the mediator eventually make a decision for the parties if they cannot reach one themselves?"

"No," Michelle replied. "There is a form of mediation where that is done, but that's probably not the best approach here."

Which form of mediation allows the mediator to make a final decision for the parties if needed?