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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council commitments to Code of ConductCity of Cape Canaveral Council Member Code of Conduct (City Code ,..S'ec.2-28, Code of (onduct) In addition to adhering to the requirements of State Law, all C'ounell Members shall commit to the j011owing Code of Conduct by written affirmation, which shall remain °till(' with the City Clerk, as fi-)Ilow,s: 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. 1 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. 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. 1 will listen actively and objectively to others' concerns or constructive criticisms. I will refrain 1.:17orri any individual actionthat 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 C'ity. 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, 1 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 whileserving on the City Council. will abide by all laws of the State applicable to my conduct as a Council 'Member, including, but not limited to, th.e 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 wil.1 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 C'ity's mission. 1 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 he 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 commu.nication. I will help build positive community support for .the City's mission and the policies established by the City Council, will support and advocate for my beliefs, but will remain. open to understanding the views of others, 1 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 acc(Amtable to the City C"ouncil for violations of this Code of' Conduct Sign.ature Print Name Date City of Cape Canaveral Council Member Code of Conduct (City Code See2-28. ---- Code of (7ot/duct) In addition to adhering to the requirements State .Law, all Council Members shall commit to the f011owing Code ofronduct by written affirmation, which shall remain on file .with the City Clerk, asf011ows: 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 Staffadminister 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. 1 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. 1 will listen actively and objectively to others' concerns or constructive criticisms. I willrefrain 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 .fix- any audience wh.eth.er 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, 1 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 I.aw, the Florida Code of Ethics for Public Officers, and City Rules of Procedure and Codes ofConduct, 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. 1 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.. 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. .1: 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, 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. 1 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 a.nd achievements of the City. accou.ntable_tc tie City Council :for violations of this Code of Conduct, Signatu.re CAL-) Print Name 111111111111111 .••• City of Cape Canaveral Council Member Code of Conduct (City Code See,2-28. - Code of Conduct) 111 ddition to adhering to the requirements of .State Law, all Council Members ,shall commit to the f011owing(7ode C'onduct by written affirmation, which shall remain on file with the City Clerk, as 1()llows.. 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. 1 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 Staffor 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. 1 will devote adequate time for preparation prior to City Council Meetings and as much as possible, I 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. 1 will listen actively and objectively to others' concerns or constructive criticisms. 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 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 C'ity Manager's decision to employ the most qualified persons for Staff positions. 1 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 C'ity as a Council Member by keeping abreast of issues and trends that could affect the City through reading, continuing education and training. I I will maintain in confidence any privileged or confidential information provided to irie 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 an.d 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. 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 Merriber. I will value and assist my fellow Council Members by exchanging ideas, concerns, and knowledge through lawful means of comniunication, 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 ofthe 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. will be accountable to the City Council :for violations of this Code of Conduct. Date Print Name ;III' III ,111lithhoi City of Cape Canaveral Council Member Code of Conduct (City Code $ec.2-28. Code of Conduct) In addition to adhering to the requirementsol',S'tate Lau', all Council Members' ,shall commit to the f011owing Code olConduct by written affirmation, vrhich ,shall remain on,lile with the City Clerk, as f011ows: 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 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. 1 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 integrityof 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 ofthe 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, 1 will return to the City any privileged or confidential documents or materials provided to me by the Citywhile serving. on the City Council. I will abide •by all laws of the State applicable 10 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 Meinber. 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 he stakeholders in the affairs and achievements of the City. I will be accountable to the City Council for violations of this Code of Conduct. ' Signat -e Print Name Date '''''''''",,,,,1141111111111111)11141111111111111.1".,!,,,,,, City of Cape Canaveral Council Member Code of Conduct (City Code Sec.2-28. Code of (onduct) In addition to adhering to the requirements ol State Law, all ("outwit 11,1embers shall C011111711 10 the1011owing Code of Conduct by written affirmation, which shall remain 011 file with the City Clerk, us f011ows: 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, 1 will devote adequate time for preparation prior to City Council Meetings and as much as possible, .1 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. 1 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 rny 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 th.e 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, 1 will refrain .fromcopying 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 eonduct 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. 1 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..1 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. t 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, 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, will be accountable to the City Council for violations of this Code of Conduct. Signature Print Name