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CityCouncil | 2019-12-17 | 14 | Councilmember Daysog stated the purpose of discussing a Code of Conduct relates to inquiries made by Councilmembers about City Manager administrative tasks and prohibitions on Councilmembers involving themselves in the appointment of particular positions in City Hall; any Code of Conduct adopted must reflect decisions made; expressed support for Councilmembers never specifically inquiring about or advocating for specific individuals or sets of individuals; stated Councilmembers should have the ability to talk or inquire about jobs and types of characteristics the City Manager is interested in or characteristics desired by Councilmembers; however, the Code of Conduct should prohibit the pursuit or inquiry of appointing named individuals or sets of individuals; Councilmembers may also discuss current Department Heads. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft outlined the Executive Summary; stated this is an opportunity to better prepare the current and future Councils; a clear set of guidelines will equip all to perform as best as possible; expressed support for the Sunnyvale handbook; stated the Sunnyvale handbook lacks specific references to the Alameda Charter; expressed support for melding the Sunnyvale handbook with references to the Alameda Charter; stated that she would like quotes omitted; a social media policy should be discussed. Councilmember Oddie stated that the Sunnyvale handbook dedicates two pages to analysis of member inquiries to staff; many concerns could be addressed; discussed the prohibition of Council interference; stated there needs to be guidance related to what is and is not allowed regarding employees that do not directly report to Council; expressed support for including the analysis of an inquiry in the handbook; noted the Sunnyvale handbook contains information about prohibition of interference. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for including specific reference to the Alameda City Charter. Councilmember Vella stated the Sunnyvale handbook includes an interpretation of its Charter; Council has been tasked with interpreting how the Charter is applied; referencing the Charter section would prove helpful; discussed current Charter language related to Council interference; stated outlining and defining terms would be helpful; mentioned the City Manager duties related to staff appointments; stated Sunnyvale's Charter language is similar to the Alameda City Charter. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for a glossary of terms. Councilmember Oddie stated the Sunnyvale handbook includes sanctions and guidelines in the event of an issue; outlined a previous event involving officer discipline. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft summarized the direction being provided to staff; stated Council supports the language included in the Sunnyvale handbook, minus the quotes and incorporating specific Alameda Charter items. Councilmember Vella requested a fraternization policy be added. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 12 December 17, 2019 | CityCouncil/2019-12-17.pdf |