A. act collectively and not individually, to set and/or revise the vision of the Board or Committee upon which I serve;B. represent the interests of the Board or Committee when making decisions and will rely upon available facts and my independent judgement; C. avoid legal conflicts of interest and avoid using my position for personal or partisan gain;D. demonstrate dignity, respect, and courtesy towards those with whom I am in contact in my capacity as a Board or Committee member;E. refrain from intimidation and ridicule of fellow Board or Committee members, City Staff, and other stakeholders in the City of Temple Terrace; F. refrain from inappropriate language including statements that are malicious, threatening, disparaging, mean-spirited, vulgar, or abusive but rather frame all disagreements or concerns in language that is dignified and professional;G. maintain appropriate decorum and professional demeanor in the conduct of Board or Committee business;H. work cooperatively and conscientiously with others as I request or receive information, examine data, or weigh alternative in the decision-making process;I. demonstrate patience and refrain from demanding immediate access to staff or immediate responses to information requests that requires staff time; J. refrain from any individual action that could compromise the integrity of the City, the Board or Committee I represent, or my fellow Board or Committee members. K. express clearly for any audience whether I am acting or speaking as an individual citizen or acting or speaking in my capacity as a representative of a Board or Committee member; L. abide by the Government in the Sunshine Law and the Rules of Procedure for my Board or Committee in both its spirit and intent;M. promote constructive relations in a positive climate with all City Staff and citizens, consistent with my role as a Board or Committee member; N. value and assist my fellow Board or Committee members by exchanging ideas, concerns, and knowledge;O. build positive community support for the Board or Committee’s vision; and P. be accountable to the City Council for violations of the Code of Conduct set forth herein.
I have read the above Code of Conduct and understand what is expected of me as a City of Temple Terrace Board and/or Committee Member.
I understand that submission of this application indicates my agreement to comply with this code if appointed to any Board or Committee.
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