The City finds a safe work environment is beneficial for employees and promotes productivity. Workplace bullying has been linked to absenteeism, drug and alcohol use, and sexual violence. The City considers workplace bullying unacceptable and will not tolerate it. The anti-bullying policy shall apply to all individuals who are employees, volunteers, and contractors. For purposes of this policy:
(a) "Employee" is defined as an individual working for the City for remuneration;
(b) "Volunteer" is defined as an individual who volunteers services to the City without remuneration;
(c) "Contractor" is defined as an individual who contracts with the City to provide services, or an individual who works for a contractor of the City.
(Ord. 2021-11-1. Passed 11-10-21.)