Type

Enterprise

Applies To

X City Council Departments

X Boards and Commissions

X Other: Describe: Elected and Appointed Officials, Volunteers

Synopsis

This comprehensive code of ethics provides an ethical guide and specific rules that reflect the ethical values of our city. It is both inspirational and a basis for disciplinary action.

The code of ethics is designed to promote high ethical standards and conduct, and to foster a healthy ethical culture throughout city government. It is a touchstone for all who work with and for the city to assist them in fulfilling their responsibilities to the people of Minneapolis.

History

03 / 21 / 2003: Council Approval Date

03 / 29 / 2003: Effective Date

04 / 24 / 2009: Last Revised Date

Key Words

[code of ethics; conflicts of interest; gifts; outside employment; city property; nepotism]

Links

Policy Document

• Title 2: Administration, Chapter 15: Ethics in Government (pdf)

Procedures and Forms

• Conflict of Interest Forms
• Statements of Economic Interest
  - Statement of Economic Interest Form – Appointed Official (pdf)
  - Statement of Economic Interest Form – Candidate or Elected Official (pdf)
• Nepotism Acknowledgement Form (doc)
• Complaint Form
• Sample Gift Return Letter (pdf)

Related Policies

• Nepotism Policy
• Campaign Contribution Limits (MN Stat. Chap. 167)
• Gifts to the City Policy
• Solicitation for Charitable Purposes Policy (doc)
• Gifts between Employees Policy (doc)

Administering Department

City Attorneys Office
Susan L. Segal, City Attorney

Contacts

Susan Trammell, Assistant City Attorney, Mpls, MN; (612) 673-3230; ethicsofficer@minneapolismn.gov