Independent Ethics Review Board

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

The Rules of Ethical Conduct apply to city officials such as City Council members and appointed board members. The rules cover topics such as conflicts of interest, disclosure of gifts, restrictions on political activity and contributions, participation in procurement, and campaign activity.

To File a Complaint
Complaints must be made in writing, signed by the complainant, sworn to before a notary public, and filed with the City Secretary and contain the following information:

• The name, address, and telephone number of the person making the complaint;
• The name of, and office held by, the person against whom the complaint is directed;
• The specific provision of this article that is alleged to have been violated;
• For each violation alleged, a detailed description of the facts that are alleged to constitute the violation, including the date or dates on which the violation is alleged to have occurred;
• The names, addresses, and telephone numbers of any witnesses to the violations; and
• Copies or descriptions of any documents that substantiate the allegations.

Click Here to file a complaint.

Independent Ethics Review Board
Alleged violations of the Rules of Ethical Conduct are reviewed by an Independent Ethics Review Board. For details about how complaints are reviewed and disposed of, click here.

The Board only convenes for two reasons and does not conduct work without sworn complaints:

1. Board training
2. To review a sworn complaint

Membership

Nine residents of the city serve a three-year term.