It is the policy of the city that any employee or elected official of the city is prohibited from contracting, either as an independent contractor, subcontractor or vendor, either in writing or by oral agreement or understanding, to provide public works, supplies and/or services to the city. This prohibition does not apply to the reimbursement of city employees or elected officials for travel expenses and for small purchases of supplies or services made on behalf of and for the convenience of the city. Also, this prohibition does not apply to transactions where an employee or elected official of the city contracts directly with a property owner or lessor for work that is partially paid by a grant or reimbursement from the city.
(Ord. 827, passed 10-23-06; Am. Ord. 1001, passed 1-15-18)