If the Board concludes in its report that no violation of this chapter has occurred, it shall immediately send written notice of this determination to the officer or employee who was the subject of the complaint and to the party who filed the complaint. If the Board concludes in its report that in consideration of the evidence produced at the hearing there is clear and convincing proof of a violation of this chapter, the Board may:
(A) Issue an order requiring the violator to cease and desist the violation.
(B) In writing, publicly reprimand the violator for the violations and provide a copy of the reprimand to the executive authority and governing body, if different than the executive authority, of the city or city agency with which the violator serves.
(C) In writing, recommend to the executive authority and the governing body, if different from the executive authority, that the violator be sanctioned as recommended by the Board, which may include a recommendation for discipline or dismissal, or removal from office.
(D) Issue an order requiring the violator to pay a civil penalty of not more than $1,000.
(E) Refer evidence of criminal violations of this chapter or state laws to the county attorney or commonwealth's attorney of the jurisdiction for prosecution.
(Ord. 4-1994, passed 12-15-94)