(A) The city recognizes and respects the right of individual employees to engage in private activities outside of the organization that do not in any way conflict with, or reflect poorly on the city.
(B) The city also recognizes its right and obligation to determine when an employee’s activities present a conflict of interest with the city. At such times the city must take whatever action is necessary to resolve the situation, including but not limited to, terminating employment. This policy applies to all employees, as well as to former employees, where applicable.
(C) Employees having financial interest in a company or substantial investments in a corporation that might benefit from their dealings with the city must file a conflict of interest statement with the County Clerk of Decatur County and City Clerk-Treasurer. If deemed by said official to be in the best interest of the city, those employees shall either divest themselves of such interest or investments or be ineligible for continued employment with the city.
(Ord. 2018-16, passed 1-7-19)