West Palm Beach |
Code of Ordinances |
Chapter 2. ADMINISTRATION |
Article VII. CITY OF WEST PALM BEACH CODE OF ETHICS |
Division 7. ADMINISTRATION, TRAINING, PENALTIES AND ENFORCEMENT |
§ 2-621. Mission and duties of the city ethics officer.
The mission of the city ethics officer is to encourage each of the officers and employees of the city to act ethically in all actions. This mission requires that the city ethics officer not only encourage, assist and support compliance with various laws, but more importantly, encourage each employee and officer to adhere to the highest standards of ethical behavior as set forth in the aspirational goals of this code. In pursuing that broad mission, the duties of the city ethics officer include, but are not limited to the following:
• Assist departments in training and education;
• Encourage compliance with the spirit and letter of ethics laws;
• Review periodically this code and other applicable laws and regulations and recommend to the mayor and city commission appropriate changes to this code;
• Accomplish other duties as requested by the city.
(Ord. No. 4023-07, § 1, 8-13-2007)