It is the responsibility of every employee to act and present themselves in a professional manner, regardless of the type and nature of their work. It is important that business attire be neat, clean and appropriately reflect professionalism. Our public image is directly dependent on our staff, individually and collectively. People are inclined to judge organizations by the people who represent them. The personal appearance, quality of service and positive attitude of all our employees are essential to creating and maintaining a favorable public image.
Employees are expected to dress in a manner appropriate to the job they perform and in consideration of: (1) the fact that the open work environment gives high public visibility to all employees; (2) safety issues; (3) the importance that some staff serve as role models.
It is required that uniforms be worn at all times by police and public works departments while on their regular shifts, except for department heads or as deferred by the Mayor. Uniforms are provided and paid for by the City. Uniforms are to be worn only while on duty performing city tasks.
Supervisors will provide employees with a dress code policy specific to their department.
Supervisors are responsible for interpreting and enforcing the dress and appearance code in their area of responsibility. This includes counseling and/or disciplinary action for employees whose appearance is inappropriate.