(A) As a condition of employment, employees must abide by the terms of this subchapter and report to the town any conviction under a criminal drug statute for violations occurring either on or off of a town premises when conducting town business. The report of a conviction must be made to the town within five business days after the conviction. The town will then notify the appropriate contracting officer within ten days after receiving notice from either the employee or another source. These requirements are mandated by the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, being 41 U.S.C. §§ 8101 et seq.
(B) An employee who is involved with off-the- job illegal drug activity may be considered in violation of this subchapter. In determining whether disciplinary action will be imposed for this activity, the town shall consider the circumstances of each incident including, but not limited to, any adverse effects the employee’s actions may have on its customers, on other employees, on the public or on the town’s reputation and image.
(C) Any questions regarding the reporting of violations should be directed to the Clerk-Treasurer.
(Ord. 2015-6, passed 4-7-2015) Penalty, see § 10.99