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Discuss Council Policy 3-5: Elected Officials and Employee Interaction and take action as deemed necessary.
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INITIATOR: Councilman Randy Warren
STAFF INFORMATION SOURCE: John Ratliff, City Manager
BACKGROUND: Council Policy 3-5 outlines the expected conduct between elected officials and city employees to ensure a professional and respectful working environment. This policy is crucial for maintaining effective governance and operational efficiency within the city administration. Some key provisions of the policy include:Section 5: Unprofessional actions, gestures or language during elected official and employee interactions are prohibited and shall be reported to the City Manager and/or Mayor as appropriate.Section 6: Public criticisms about the performance of an individual employee(s) should not be made by elected officials. Such concerns shall be directed to the City Manager in private correspondence or conversation.Section 8: Elected officials shall not influence or attempt to influence employees under the direction of the City Manager on the performance of their duties including making recommendations to the City Manager.The discussion of this agenda item is necessary to review the current governance standards and practices. It also serves as a reminder about the importance of maintaining a professional and respectful relationship between elected officials and city employees.
EXHIBIT: Council Policy 3-5
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STAFF RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION: Discuss Council Policy 3-5: Elected Officials and Employee Interaction and take action as deemed necessary.