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50 <br />3. I am ethical. In practice, this value means that: <br /> a. I am trustworthy, acting with the utmost integrity and moral courage. <br /> b. I am truthful, do what I say I will do, and am reliable. <br /> c. I am accountable for my actions and behavior and accept responsibility for my decisions. <br /> d. I make impartial, non-partisan decisions, free of influence from unlawful gifts, narrow political <br /> interests, and financial and other personal interests that impair my independence of judgment <br /> or action. <br /> e. I am fair, distributing benefits and burdens according to consistent and equitable criteria. <br /> f. I oppose all forms of harassment and unlawful discrimination. <br /> g. I extend equal opportunities and due process to all parties in matters under consideration. <br /> h. I show respect for confidences and confidential information. <br /> i. I avoid giving the appearance of impropriety and of using my position for personal gain. <br />4. I am professional. In practice, this value means that: <br /> a. I apply my knowledge and expertise to my assigned activities and to the interpersonal <br /> relationships that are part of my job in a consistent, confident, competent, and productive manner. <br /> b. I approach my job and work-related relationships with a positive attitude, contributing to a <br /> supportive, respectful, and non-threatening work environment. <br /> c. I keep my professional knowledge and skills current and growing. <br /> d. I am respectful of all city staff, officials, volunteers, and others who participate in the city’s <br /> government. <br />5. I am fiscally responsible. In practice, this value means that: <br /> a. I make decisions after prudent consideration of their financial impact, taking into account the <br /> long-term financial needs of the city, especially its financial stability. <br /> b. I demonstrate concern for the proper use of city assets (e.g., personnel, time, property, equipment, <br /> funds), follow established procedures, and do not use public resources for personal gain. <br /> c. I make decisions that seek to preserve the financial capacity of the city to provide programs and <br /> services for city residents. <br /> d. I provide full disclosure of any potential financial or other private conflict of interest. I abstain from <br /> participating in the discussion and vote on these matters. <br /> e. I prevent misuse of public funds by establishing, maintaining, and following strong fiscal and <br /> management controls. <br /> f. I report any misuse of public funds of which I am aware. <br />STATEMENT OF VALUES