(A) Township officials, appointees, employees and volunteers shall not accept cash or cash instruments, meals, tangible goods or tickets to events, if the value of the gift or special benefit exceeds $25. Gifts and special benefits received that are within the ceiling amount shall be reported in writing to the Township Board within one week of receiving the gift or special benefit.
(B) Township officials, appointees, employees and volunteers shall refrain from accepting any gifts, favors or promises of future benefits that might compromise their independence of judgment or action, or give the appearance of being compromised.
(Board and Administrative Policies Manual, § 3.15)