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- The purpose of City government is to serve the public. City officials treat their office as a public trust.
- A. The City’s powers and resources are used for the benefit of the public rather than any official’s personal benefit.
- B. City officials ensure public respect by avoiding even the appearance of impropriety.
- C. Policymakers place long-term benefit to the public as a whole above all other considerations, including important individuals and special interests. However, the public interest includes protecting the rights of under-represented minorities.
- D. Administrators implement policies in good faith as equitably and economically as possible, regardless of their personal views.
- E. Whistle-blowing is appropriate on unlawful or improper actions.
- F. Citizens have a fair and equal opportunity to express their views to City officials.
- G. City officials do not give the appearance of impropriety or personal gain by accepting personal gifts.
- H. City officials devote City resources, including paid time, working supplies and capital assets, to benefit the public.
- I. Political campaigns are not conducted on City time or property.