The Council of the city hereby approves the purchase of the following items for officials, employees and the general public, and designates their purchase and use as public purpose:
(a) Beverages, meals and/or refreshments for:
(1) Staff and/or department head meetings conducted by the Mayor at a cost not to exceed $10 per expected attendee;
(2) Holiday gatherings, Recreation, Seniors and Arts Center events where program fees assist with the cost;
(3) Council meetings and Council work sessions at a cost not to exceed $10 per expected attendee; and
(4) Special events recognizing an official or employee at a cost not to exceed $5 per expected attendee.
(b) Breakfast, lunch or dinner meetings conducted by the Mayor, or member(s) of Council or department head(s) with business and/or community representatives;
(c) Awards and other items of appreciation presented by the Mayor or Council to city officials, employees and the general public not to exceed $100;
(d) Flowers and other items related to condolences or get-well wishes sent by the Mayor or Council to officials, employees or the public not to exceed $100; and
(e) Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. The purchase of alcoholic beverage with public funds received by the city is strictly prohibited. This prohibition does not apply to city operations where a liquor license is required and has been obtained.
(Ord. 2006-90, passed 6-19-2006; Ord. 2010-43, passed 2-16-2010)