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Roles of Council, Sta and Commissions: Know, understand and respect the roles of their <br />positions, sta and commissions, including adhering to the Council-Manager (Plan B) structure of <br />Edina city government as outlined in MN Statute 412. <br />Working with the Community: Council members will refer residents with concerns to the City <br />Manager. In working with businesses or other interests, Council members will not grant any special <br />consideration or treatment, will honor rules about public testimony, make themselves available to <br />all parties on an equal basis and not prejudge an issue before Council deliberations. <br />Intergovernmental Relations: Members will represent positions approved by the City Council <br />when working with other agencies or governments. <br />See the full Code of Conduct (PDF). <br />Value Statements <br />Community Engagement <br /> As the Edina City Council, we are dedicated to fostering an engaged community built on a <br />foundation of trust. We will do this by intentionally focusing on equity, diversity and inclusion and <br />creating a dialogue of perspectives. We will build trust by demonstrating our engagement <br />principles of Relationships, Equity, Inclusivity, and Accountability. <br />Relationships: make relationships foundational; strengthen relationships and build new ones; <br />develop a trust between the City and residents <br />Equity: engage with residents where they are; remove barriers for participation; provide <br />multiple options for participation <br />Inclusivity: strive to provide meaningful engagement opportunities; invite underrepresented <br />groups to participate; make all feel welcomed and valued <br />Accountability: make a plan; do what we say we are going to do; donʼt change the rules; make <br />a decision; communicate how participation influenced decision <br />Equity <br />As the Edina City Council, we are dedicated to creating an environment in our community where <br />residents have equitable opportunities to participate in their city government and access the Cityʼs <br />institutions, facilities and services. <br />Enable Google TranslateEdina - Page 2 of 3