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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council commitments to Code of ConductCity of Cape Canaveral Council Member Code of Conduct (City Code Sec.2-28. — Code of Conduct) In addition to adhering to the requirements of State Law, all Council Members shall commit to the following Code of Conduct by written affirmation, which shall remain on file with the City Clerk, as follows: I affirm that the proper Statutory and City Charter role of a Council Member, as with any elected member of a legislative body, is to act collectively, not individually, to set and/or revise and/or to apply the City's governing policies and that the City Manager and Staff administer such policies. I understand that a Council Member does not manage the affairs of the City. I will not intrude into daily operations or spheres of responsibility designated by Florida Statutes, City Code, and City Charter to the City Manager as the chief executive officer; or undermine the City Manager's lawful authority. Further, I understand that the City Manager is responsible for administering the policy direction established by a majority vote of the City Council and not the policy wishes of one individual Council Member. I will represent the interests of the entire City when making decisions and will rely upon available facts and my independent judgment. In my capacity as a Council Member, I will avoid conflicts of interest and avoid using my official position for personal, professional, or partisan gain. I will demonstrate dignity, respect, and courtesy toward those whom I am in contact with in my capacity as a Council Member. I will refrain from intimidation and ridicule of fellow Council Members, City Manager, City Attorney, Staff, citizens of the City, and City utility customers. In my capacity as a Council Member, I will refrain from inappropriate language including statements that are malicious, threatening, slanderous, disparaging, mean -spirited, vulgar or abusive. All disagreements, concerns or criticisms shall be framed in language that is in keeping with the dignity and professionalism of an elected official and the honor of the City Council. I will focus on solving problems. I will maintain appropriate decorum and professional demeanor in the conduct of City business and work cooperatively and conscientiously with others as I request or receive information, examine data or weigh alternatives in the decision -making process. I will demonstrate patience and refrain from demanding, interruptive access to Staff or immediate responses or services when requesting information that requires significant Staff time in research, preparation or analysis or that will result in Staff neglect of urgent duties. Such requests will be made through the City Manager for scheduling and prioritizing through consensus of the City Council. I will devote adequate time for preparation prior to City Council Meetings and as much as possible, I will be in attendance at such meetings and all other scheduled events where my participation is required. I will respect diversity and encourage the open expression of divergent ideas and opinions from fellow City Council Members, City Manager, City Attorney, Staff, citizens of Cape Canaveral, and City utility customers. I will listen actively and objectively to others' concerns or constructive criticisms. I will refrain from any individual action that could compromise lawfully authorized decisions of the City or the integrity of the City and my fellow Council Members. I will delineate clearly for any audience whether I am acting or speaking as an individual citizen or in my capacity as a representative of the City. I will maintain in confidence any privileged or confidential information provided to me by the City and will not disclose such information publicly or to any person who has not been duly authorized by the City to receive such information, unless such disclosure is duly authorized by the City Council or City Manager or required by law. In addition, I will refrain from copying any written privileged or confidential documents provided to me by the City and will keep such documents in safekeeping. Further, upon leaving office or upon request by the City Council or City Manager, I will return to the City any privileged or confidential documents or materials provided to me by the City while serving on the City Council. I will abide by all laws of the State applicable to my conduct as a Council Member, including, but not limited to, the Government in the Sunshine Law, the Florida Code of Ethics for Public Officers, and City Rules of Procedure and Codes of Conduct. I will promote constructive relations in a positive climate with all City employees, City Attorney, and City contractors and consultants consistent with my role as a Council Member, as a means to enhance the productivity and morale of the City. I will support the City Manager's decision to employ the most qualified persons for Staff positions. I will recognize the bona fide achievements of the City Manager, Staff, City Attorney, City contractors and consultants, business partners, and other sharing in, and striving to achieve, the City's mission. I will enhance my knowledge and ability to contribute value to the City as a Council Member by keeping abreast of issues and trends that could affect the City through reading, continuing education and training. I will study policies and issues affecting the City, and will attend training programs if required by the City. My continuing goal will be to improve my performance as a Council Member. I will value and assist my fellow Council Members by exchanging ideas, concerns, and knowledge through lawful means of communication. I will help build positive community support for the City's mission and the policies established by the City Council. I will support and advocate for my beliefs, but will remain open to understanding the views of others. I recognize that I share in the responsibility for all City decisions and will accept the will of duly authorized decisions of the City Council and City electorate. I understand that my first priority as a Council Member will always be to look out for the best interests of the citizens of the City and the public health, safety and welfare. I will seek to provide appropriate leadership that nurtures and motivates City citizens to be stakeholders in the affairs and achievements of the City. I will be accountable to the City Council for violations of this Code of Conduct. ,):0-1,JatA4Lo Ahw Signature Date fC�m ,��✓lS Print Name Witness City of Cape Canaveral Council Member Code of Conduct (City Code Sec.2-28. — Code of Conduct) In addition to adhering to the requirements of State Law, all Council Members shall commit to the following Code of Conduct by written affirmation, which shall remain on file with the City Clerk, as follows: I affirm that the proper Statutory and City Charter role of a Council Member, as with any elected member of a legislative body, is to act collectively, not individually, to set and/or revise and/or to apply the City's governing policies and that the City Manager and Staff administer such policies. I understand that a Council Member does not manage the affairs of the City. I will not intrude into daily operations or spheres of responsibility designated by Florida Statutes, City Code, and City Charter to the City Manager as the chief executive officer; or undermine the City Manager's lawful authority. Further, I understand that the City Manager is responsible for administering the policy direction established by a majority vote of the City Council and not the policy wishes of one individual Council Member. I will represent the interests of the entire City when making decisions and will rely upon available facts and my independent judgment. In my capacity as a Council Member, I will avoid conflicts of interest and avoid using my official position for personal, professional, or partisan gain. I will demonstrate dignity, respect, and courtesy toward those whom I am in contact with in my capacity as a Council Member. I will refrain from intimidation and ridicule of fellow Council Members, City Manager, City Attorney, Staff, citizens of the City, and City utility customers. In my capacity as a Council Member, I will refrain from inappropriate language including statements that are malicious, threatening, slanderous, disparaging, mean -spirited, vulgar or abusive. All disagreements, concerns or criticisms shall be framed in language that is in keeping with the dignity and professionalism of an elected official and the honor of the City Council. I will focus on solving problems. I will maintain appropriate decorum and professional demeanor in the conduct of City business and work cooperatively and conscientiously with others as I request or receive information, examine data or weigh alternatives in the decision -making process. I will demonstrate patience and refrain from demanding, interruptive access to Staff or immediate responses or services when requesting information that requires significant Staff time in research, preparation or analysis or that will result in Staff neglect of urgent duties. Such requests will be made through the City Manager for scheduling and prioritizing through consensus of the City Council. I will devote adequate time for preparation prior to City Council Meetings and as much as possible, I will be in attendance at such meetings and all other scheduled events where my participation is required. I will respect diversity and encourage the open expression of divergent ideas and opinions from fellow City Council Members, City Manager, City Attorney, Staff, citizens of Cape Canaveral, and City utility customers. I will listen actively and objectively to others' concerns or constructive criticisms. I will refrain from any individual action that could compromise lawfully authorized decisions of the City or the integrity of the City and my fellow Council Members. I will delineate clearly for any audience whether I am acting or speaking as an individual citizen or in my capacity as a representative of the City. I will maintain in confidence any privileged or confidential information provided to me by the City and will not disclose such information publicly or to any person who has not been duly authorized by the City to receive such information, unless such disclosure is duly authorized by the City Council or City Manager or required by law. In addition, I will refrain from copying any written privileged or confidential documents provided to me by the City and will keep such documents in safekeeping. Further, upon leaving office or upon request by the City Council or City Manager, I will return to the City any privileged or confidential documents or materials provided to me by the City while serving on the City Council. I will abide by all laws of the State applicable to my conduct as a Council Member, including, but not limited to, the Government in the Sunshine Law, the Florida Code of Ethics for Public Officers, and City Rules of Procedure and Codes of Conduct. I will promote constructive relations in a positive climate with all City employees, City Attorney, and City contractors and consultants consistent with my role as a Council Member, as a means to enhance the productivity and morale of the City. I will support the City Manager's decision to employ the most qualified persons for Staff positions. I will recognize the bona fide achievements of the City Manager, Staff, City Attorney, City contractors and consultants, business partners, and other sharing in, and striving to achieve, the City's mission. I will enhance my knowledge and ability to contribute value to the City as a Council Member by keeping abreast of issues and trends that could affect the City through reading, continuing education and training. I will study policies and issues affecting the City, and will attend training programs if required by the City. My continuing goal will be to improve my performance as a Council Member. I will value and assist my fellow Council Members by exchanging ideas, concerns, and knowledge through lawful means of communication. I will help build positive community support for the City's mission and the policies established by the City Council. I will support and advocate for my beliefs, but will remain open to understanding the views of others. I recognize that I share in the responsibility for all City decisions and will accept the will of duly authorized decisions of the City Council and City electorate. I understand that my first priority as a Council Member will always be to look out for the best interests of the citizens of the City and the public health, safety and welfare. I will seek to provide appropriate leadership that nurtures and motivates City citizens to be stakeholders in the affairs and achievements of the City. I will be accountable to the City Council for violations of this Code of Conduct. • (1-1442t Signature Date 1111412; q M Kau opt Print Name / / - 3 /--ao/? Witness Myrt_ 4, . Ott, ,,, LA .,, /‘ ., - ... E , 4%zoi,, ,,„,,,.. THE BETWEEN SUN*SEA City of Cape Canaveral Council Member Code of Conduct (City Code Sec.2-28. — Code of Conduct) In addition to adhering to the requirements of State Law, all Council Members shall commit to the following Code of Conduct by written affirmation, which shall remain on file with the City Clerk, as follows: I affirm that the proper Statutory and City Charter role of a Council Member, as with any elected member of a legislative body, is to act collectively, not individually, to set and/or revise and/or to apply the City's governing policies and that the City Manager and Staff administer such policies. I understand that a Council Member does not manage the affairs of the City. I will not intrude into daily operations or spheres of responsibility designated by Florida Statutes, City Code, and City Charter to the City Manager as the chief executive officer; or undermine the City Manager's lawful authority. Further, I understand that the City Manager is responsible for administering the policy direction established by a majority vote of the City Council and not the policy wishes of one individual Council Member. I will represent the interests of the entire City when making decisions and will rely upon available facts and my independent judgment.In my capacity as a Council Member,I will avoid conflicts of interest and avoid using my official position for personal,professional, or partisan gain. I will demonstrate dignity,respect,and courtesy toward those whom I am in contact with in my capacity as a Council Member.I will refrain from intimidation and ridicule of fellow Council Members,City Manager, City Attorney, Staff,citizens of the City,and City utility customers. In my capacity as a Council Member, I will refrain from inappropriate language including statements that are malicious, threatening, slanderous, disparaging, mean-spirited, vulgar or abusive. All disagreements, concerns or criticisms shall be framed in language that is in keeping with the dignity and professionalism of an elected official and the honor of the City Council. I will focus on solving problems. I will maintain appropriate decorum and professional demeanor in the conduct of City business and work cooperatively and conscientiously with others as I request or receive information,examine data or weigh alternatives in the decision-making process. I will demonstrate patience and refrain from demanding,interruptive access to Staff or immediate responses or services when requesting information that requires significant Staff time in research, preparation or analysis or that will result in Staff neglect of urgent duties. Such requests will be made through the City Manager for scheduling and prioritizing through consensus of the City Council. I will devote adequate time for preparation prior to City Council Meetings and as much as possible, I will be in attendance at such meetings and all other scheduled events where my participation is required. I will respect diversity and encourage the open expression of divergent ideas and opinions from fellow City Council Members, City Manager, City Attorney, Staff, citizens of Cape Canaveral, and City utility customers. I will listen actively and objectively to others'concerns or constructive criticisms. I will refrain from any individual action that could compromise lawfully authorized decisions of the City or the integrity of the City and my fellow Council Members. I will delineate clearly for any audience whether I am acting or speaking as an individual citizen or in my capacity as a representative of the City. I will maintain in confidence any privileged or confidential information provided to me by the City and will not disclose such information publicly or to any person who has not been duly authorized by the City to receive such information,unless such disclosure is duly authorized by the City Council or City Manager or required by law. In addition, I will refrain from copying any written privileged or confidential documents provided to me by the City and will keep such documents in safekeeping. Further, upon leaving office or upon request by the City Council or City Manager, I will return to the City any privileged or confidential documents or materials provided to me by the City while serving on the City Council. I will abide by all laws of the State applicable to my conduct as a Council Member, including, but not limited to,the Government in the Sunshine Law,the Florida Code of Ethics for Public Officers, and City Rules of Procedure and Codes of Conduct. I will promote constructive relations in a positive climate with all City employees,City Attorney,and City contractors and consultants consistent with my role as a Council Member, as a means to enhance the productivity and morale of the City.I will support the City Manager's decision to employ the most qualified persons for Staff positions. I will recognize the bona fide achievements of the City Manager, Staff, City Attorney,City contractors and consultants,business partners,and other sharing in,and striving to achieve, the City's mission. I will enhance my knowledge and ability to contribute value to the City as a Council Member by keeping abreast of issues and trends that could affect the City through reading,continuing education and training. I will study policies and issues affecting the City, and will attend training programs if required by the City. My continuing goal will be to improve my performance as a Council Member. I will value and assist my fellow Council Members by exchanging ideas,concerns,and knowledge through lawful means of communication. I will help build positive community support for the City's mission and the policies established by the City Council. I will support and advocate for my beliefs, but will remain open to understanding the views of others. I recognize that I share in the responsibility for all City decisions and will accept the will of duly authorized decisions of the City Council and City electorate. I understand that my first priority as a Council Member will always be to look out for the best interests of the citizens of the City and the public health,safety and welfare.I will seek to provide appropriate leadership that nurtures and motivates City citizens to be stakeholders in the affairs and achievements of the City. I will be accountable to the City Council for violations of this Code of Conduct. 1 L4 ///2/ / Z0 /.7 Signature Date 1/6-5. /740/22(f',:A/ Print Name itness }*7 i.. tiA6 ' r , %WNW- SPilePn City of Cape Canaveral Council Member Code of Conduct (City Code Sec.2-28. — Code of Conduct) In addition to adhering to the requirements of State Law, all Council Members shall commit to the following Code of Conduct by written affirmation, which shall remain on file with the City Clerk, as follows: I affirm that the proper Statutory and City Charter role of a Council Member, as with any elected member of a legislative body, is to act collectively, not individually, to set and/or revise and/or to apply the City's governing policies and that the City Manager and Staff administer such policies. I understand that a Council Member does not manage the affairs of the City. I will not intrude into daily operations or spheres of responsibility designated by Florida Statutes, City Code, and City Charter to the City Manager as the chief executive officer; or undermine the City Manager's lawful authority. Further, I understand that the City Manager is responsible for administering the policy direction established by a majority vote of the City Council and not the policy wishes of one individual Council Member. I will represent the interests of the entire City when making decisions and will rely upon available facts and my independent judgment.In my capacity as a Council Member,I will avoid conflicts of interest and avoid using my official position for personal,professional,or partisan gain. I will demonstrate dignity,respect,and courtesy toward those whom I am in contact with in my capacity as a Council Member.I will refrain from intimidation and ridicule of fellow Council Members,City Manager, City Attorney, Staff,citizens of the City,and City utility customers. In my capacity as a Council Member, I will refrain from inappropriate language including statements that are malicious, threatening, slanderous, disparaging, mean-spirited, vulgar or abusive. All disagreements, concerns or criticisms shall be framed in language that is in keeping with the dignity and professionalism of an elected official and the honor of the City Council. I will focus on solving problems. I will maintain appropriate decorum and professional demeanor in the conduct of City business and work cooperatively and conscientiously with others as I request or receive information,examine data or weigh alternatives in the decision-making process. I will demonstrate patience and refrain from demanding,interruptive access to Staff or immediate responses or services when requesting information that requires significant Staff time in research, preparation or analysis or that will result in Staff neglect of urgent duties. Such requests will be made through the City Manager for scheduling and prioritizing through consensus of the City Council. I will devote adequate time for preparation prior to City Council Meetings and as much as possible, I will be in attendance at such meetings and all other scheduled events where my participation is required. I will respect diversity and encourage the open expression of divergent ideas and opinions from fellow City Council Members, City Manager, City Attorney, Staff, citizens of Cape Canaveral, and City utility customers. I will listen actively and objectively to others'concerns or constructive criticisms. I will refrain from any individual action that could compromise lawfully authorized decisions of the City or the integrity of the City and my fellow Council Members. I will delineate clearly for any audience whether I am acting or speaking as an individual citizen or in my capacity as a representative of the City. I will maintain in confidence any privileged or confidential information provided to me by the City and will not disclose such information publicly or to any person who has not been duly authorized by the City to receive such information,unless such disclosure is duly authorized by the City Council or City Manager or required by law. In addition, I will refrain from copying any written privileged or confidential documents provided to me by the City and will keep such documents in safekeeping. Further, upon leaving office or upon request by the City Council or City Manager, I will return to the City any privileged or confidential documents or materials provided to me by the City while serving on the City Council. I will abide by all laws of the State applicable to my conduct as a Council Member, including, but not limited to,the Government in the Sunshine Law, the Florida Code of Ethics for Public Officers, and City Rules of Procedure and Codes of Conduct. I will promote constructive relations in a positive climate with all City employees,City Attorney, and City contractors and consultants consistent with my role as a Council Member, as a means to enhance the productivity and morale of the City.I will support the City Manager's decision to employ the most qualified persons for Staff positions. I will recognize the bona fide achievements of the City Manager, Staff, City Attorney,City contractors and consultants,business partners,and other sharing in,and striving to achieve, the City's mission. I will enhance my knowledge and ability to contribute value to the City as a Council Member by keeping abreast of issues and trends that could affect the City through reading,continuing education and training. I will study policies and issues affecting the City, and will attend training programs if required by the City. My continuing goal will be to improve my performance as a Council Member. I will value and assist my fellow Council Members by exchanging ideas,concerns,and knowledge through lawful means of communication. I will help build positive community support for the City's mission and the policies established by the City Council. I will support and advocate for my beliefs, but will remain open to understanding the views of others. I recognize that I share in the responsibility for all City decisions and will accept the will of duly authorized decisions of the City Council and City electorate. I understand that my first priority as a Council Member will always be to look out for the best interests of the citizens of the City and the public health,safety and welfare.I will seek to provide appropriate leadership that nurtures and motivates City citizens to be stakeholders in the affairs and achievements of the City. I will be accountable to the City Council for violations of this Code of Conduct. (7%(:)Cbrp—,--01..0"1-4-- i Signa e O Date A N ri F) A- -10 N D Print Name Witness City of Cape Canaveral Council Member Code of Conduct (City Code Sec.2-28. — Code of Conduct) In addition to adhering to the requirements of State Law, all Council Members shall commit to the following Code of Conduct by written affirmation, which shall remain on file with the City Clerk, as follows: I affirm that the proper Statutory and City Charter role of a Council Member, as with any elected member of a legislative body, is to act collectively, not individually, to set and/or revise and/or to apply the City's governing policies and that the City Manager and Staff administer such policies. I understand that a Council Member does not manage the affairs of the City. I will not intrude into daily operations or spheres of responsibility designated by Florida Statutes, City Code, and City Charter to the City Manager as the chief executive officer; or undermine the City Manager's lawful authority. Further, I understand that the City Manager is responsible for administering the policy direction established by a majority vote of the City Council and not the policy wishes of one individual Council Member. I will represent the interests of the entire City when making decisions and will rely upon available facts and my independent judgment. In my capacity as a Council Member, I will avoid conflicts of interest and avoid using my official position for personal, professional, or partisan gain. I will demonstrate dignity, respect, and courtesy toward those whom I am in contact with in my capacity as a Council Member. I will refrain from intimidation and ridicule of fellow Council Members, City Manager, City Attorney, Staff, citizens of the City, and City utility customers. In my capacity as a Council Member, I will refrain from inappropriate language including statements that are malicious, threatening, slanderous, disparaging, mean -spirited, vulgar or abusive. All disagreements, concerns or criticisms shall be framed in language that is in keeping with the dignity and professionalism of an elected official and the honor of the City Council. I will focus on solving problems. I will maintain appropriate decorum and professional demeanor in the conduct of City business and work cooperatively and conscientiously with others as I request or receive information, examine data or weigh alternatives in the decision -making process. I will demonstrate patience and refrain from demanding, interruptive access to Staff or immediate responses or services when requesting information that requires significant Staff time in research, preparation or analysis or that will result in Staff neglect of urgent duties. Such requests will be made through the City Manager for scheduling and prioritizing through consensus of the City Council. I will devote adequate time for preparation prior to City Council Meetings and as much as possible, I will be in attendance at such meetings and all other scheduled events where my participation is required. I will respect diversity and encourage the open expression of divergent ideas and opinions from fellow City Council Members, City Manager, City Attorney, Staff, citizens of Cape Canaveral, and City utility customers. I will listen actively and objectively to others' concerns or constructive criticisms. I will refrain from any individual action that could compromise lawfully authorized decisions of the City or the integrity of the City and my fellow Council Members. I will delineate clearly for any audience whether I am acting or speaking as an individual citizen or in my capacity as a representative of the City. I will maintain in confidence any privileged or confidential information provided to me by the City and will not disclose such information publicly or to any person who has not been duly authorized by the City to receive such information, unless such disclosure is duly authorized by the City Council or City Manager or required by law. In addition, I will refrain from copying any written privileged or confidential documents provided to me by the City and will keep such documents in safekeeping. Further, upon leaving office or upon request by the City Council or City Manager, I will return to the City any privileged or confidential documents or materials provided to me by the City while serving on the City Council. I will abide by all laws of the State applicable to my conduct as a Council Member, including, but not limited to, the Government in the Sunshine Law, the Florida Code of Ethics for Public Officers, and City Rules of Procedure and Codes of Conduct. I will promote constructive relations in a positive climate with all City employees, City Attorney, and City contractors and consultants consistent with my role as a Council Member, as a means to enhance the productivity and morale of the City. I will support the City Manager's decision to employ the most qualified persons for Staff positions. I will recognize the bona fide achievements of the City Manager, Staff, City Attorney, City contractors and consultants, business partners, and other sharing in, and striving to achieve, the City's mission. I will enhance my knowledge and ability to contribute value to the City as a Council Member by keeping abreast of issues and trends that could affect the City through reading, continuing education and training. I will study policies and issues affecting the City, and will attend training programs if required by the City. My continuing goal will be to improve my performance as a Council Member. I will value and assist my fellow Council Members by exchanging ideas, concerns, and knowledge through lawful means of communication. I will help build positive community support for the City's mission and the policies established by the City Council. I will support and advocate for my beliefs, but will remain open to understanding the views of others. I recognize that I share in the responsibility for all City decisions and will accept the will of duly authorized decisions of the City Council and City electorate. I understand that my first priority as a Council Member will always be to look out for the best interests of the citizens of the City and the public health, safety and welfare. I will seek to provide appropriate leadership that nurtures and motivates City citizens to be stakeholders in the affairs and achievements of the City. I will be accountable to the City Council for violations of this Code of Conduct. ).^d-o? `(/ /2 Signature Date 1 o(70,4z-4) W ► L-4-15 Print Name 11 /1O /Zb2(, Witness