55E - RESOLUTION - CODE OF ETHICS

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05/28/08 jxs While it is not possible to anticipate and provide a rule of conduct and ethics for all situations that public officials may face, this Code of Ethics and Conduct is designed to provide a framework to guide public officials in their daily duties. SCOPE The provisions of this Code of Ethics and Conduct shall apply to the Mayor and members of the City Council, and to all members of the boards, commissions, and committees appointed by the City Council or the Mayor or the Mayor and City Council, including any ad hoc committees. Further, the provisions of this Code of Ethics and Conduct shall only apply to these officials and members acting in their official capacities and in the discharge of their duties. CORE VALUES Attitudes, words, and actions should demonstrate, support, and reflect the following qualities and characteristics for the well being of our community. The five core values and expressions that reflect these core values are as follows: INTEGRITY/ HONESTY ^ I am honest with my fellow elected officials, the public and others. ^ I do not promise what I believe to be unrealistic. ^ I am prepared to make unpopular decisions when my sense of the public's best interests requires it. ^ I credit others' contributions to moving our community's interests forward. ^ I do not knowingly use false or inaccurate information to support my position or views. ^ I safeguard the ability to make independent, objective, fair and impartial judgments by scrupulously avoiding financial and social relationships and transactions that may compromise, or give the appearance of compromising, objectivity, independence, and honesty. RESPONSIBILITY/PROTECTING THE PUBLIC'S INTERESTS ^ I do not accept gifts, services or other special considerations because of my public position. ^ I excuse myself from participating in decisions when my or my immediate family's financial interests may be affected by my agency's actions. 5 55E-7