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SECTION XXX CODE OF CONDUCT. XXX.XXX. Purpose. The city council of the city of Lino Lakes confirms its determination that standards of professionalism, ethics, and will of the people be adhered to among its members, as well as appointed and hired officials and employees of the City. The standards of conduct set forth below are intended to serve as a guideline for the members of the city council and others in carrying out their duties, as referenced in the Lino Lakes City Charter, Chapter XII, Section 12.03, Code of Conduct. By eliminating conflicts of interest and providing a guide for conduct in city matters, the city council upholds that it is essential that the public have trust and confidence in the integrity and transparency, and to encourage its citizens to serve on its council and commissions. The residents and businesses of Lino Lakes are entitled to have fair, ethical and accountable local government. Such a government requires that public officials: • Comply with both the letter and the spirit of the laws and policies affecting operations of the government. • Be independent, impartial and fair in their judgment and actions. • Use their public office or position for the public good, not for personal gain. • Conduct public deliberations and processes openly, unless legally confidential, in an atmosphere of respect and civility. XXX.XXX. Standards of Conduct. 1. Act in the Public Interest Recognizing that stewardship of the public interest must be their primary concern, council members shall work for the common good of the people of Lino Lakes and not for any private or personal interest, and they will endeavor to treat all persons, claims and transactions in a fair and equitable manner. 2. Comply with the Law Council members shall comply with the laws of the nation, the State of Minnesota and the City in the performance of their public duties. These laws include, but are not limited to: the United States and Minnesota constitutions; the Lino Lakes City Charter; laws pertaining to conflicts of interest, election campaigns, financial disclosures, employer responsibilities and open processes of government; and City ordinances and policies. 3. Conduct of Members Council members shall refrain from abusive conduct, personal charges or verbal attacks upon the character or motives of other members of the City council, boards, commissions, committees, staff or the public. Council members shall support the