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Sec. A3-1. Purpose of the code of ethics.

(a) The proper operation of democratic government requires that elected officials be responsible to the people; that public office not be improperly influenced or used for personal gain; and that the public have confidence in the integrity of its government. In recognition of these goals, there is hereby established a code of ethics for the Board of Supervisors.

(b) The purpose of this code of ethics is to describe in one code existing ethics laws and to establish ethical standards of conduct for the Board of Supervisors. These new standards provide more stringent limits on: 1) campaign contributions, 2) actions that are in conflict or incompatible with the best interests of the County, and 3) the use of the office for personal gain. The provisions of this code of ethics are hereby declared to be in the best interest of the County and for the protection of the public interest.

(Ord. No. NS-19.30.4, § 1, 9-23-97)

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