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RecreationandParkCommission | 2018-09-13 | 4 | EXHIBIT 1 September 13, 2018 TO: ALL ELECTED OFFICIALS ALL BOARD AND COMMISSION MEMBERS ALL CITY EMPLOYEES FROM: Janet Kern, City Attorney SUBJECT: Memo on Political Activity by City Officers and Employees In recognition of the upcoming General Municipal Election on November 6, 2018, which election involves two important City ballot measures, this is a reminder that State law restricts City officers and employees' use of City resources for political activities. As used in this memo "political activities" includes, but is not limited to, the support or opposition to the election or defeat of a candidate at the federal, state, or local level and/or the support or opposition to a ballot measure. This memo outlines the basic rules and principles governing the political activities of City officers and employees. Please contact the City Attorney's Office with any questions you may have on specific issues. The most important rule to remember is that City officers and employees may not use public funds or resources, such as official City time, facilities, or other resources, for political activities. This rule, however, does not preclude the City's use of public resources for informational materials on City-sponsored ballot measures, including: Placing a measure on the ballot. Preparing and distributing an objective and fact-based analysis on the effect of a ballot measure may have on the city and those whom the city serves; Expressing the city's views about the effect of the measure on the city and its programs, provided that the city is careful not to advocate for or against the measure's passage. Adopting a position on the measure, as long as that position is taken in an open meeting where all voices have the opportunity to be heard. Responding to inquiries about the ballot measure in an objective, fact-based manner. There are also some guidelines on what City officers and employees should be aware of what they can and cannot do individually concerning political activities. Allowed. City officers and employees may, during their personal time: Work on a political campaign, attend a political fundraiser or participate in political activities at locations, such as parks or sidewalks that are open and available for expression of all political viewpoints. | RecreationandParkCommission/2018-09-13.pdf |