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RESOLUTION NO. 24R-02-24: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL APPROVING AND ADOPTING AN EMPLOYEE CODE OF CONDUCT; APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE ATTACHED CITY POLICIES REGARDING DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT, WORKPLACE BULLYING, AND RETALIATION APPLICABLE TO BOTH EMPLOYEES AND PUBLIC OFFICERS; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER, DESORAE GILES-SMITH).
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Request Action:
Pass a Resolution approving and adopting city policies regarding sexual harassment, discrimination, workplace bullying, and retaliation all applicable to both employees and public officers, and approving and adopting an employee code of conduct.
Need:
To approve and adopt certain policies requested and an employee code of conduct.
Summary Explanation/ Background:
It has recently come to the city's attention that the city did not have policies in effect relating to public officers regarding sexual harassment, discrimination, workplace bullying and retaliation. The existing policies are being amended, and/or new policies are being created to cover these subject matters. In addition, a code of conduct is being created for employees.
Attachments:
Employee Code of Conduct
Policy re: Discrimination and Harassment
Policy re: Workplace Bullying
Policy re: Retaliation
Cost Summary/ Fiscal Impact:
Include projected cost, approved budget amount and account number, source of funds, and any future funding requirements
Estimated Time for Presentation:
Master Plan:
Goal 1: Clean, Green Sustainable Environment
[ ] Increase mass transit ridership [ ] Reduce City energy consumption
[ ] Reduce water consumption
Goal 2: Safe and Secure City of Lauderhill
[ ] Crime in lower 50% in Broward [ ] Residents feel safe in neighborhood
[ ] Reduce emergency fatalities
Goal 3: Open Spaces and Active Lifestyle for all ages
[ ] Increase participation in youth sports [ ] Add new park land and amenities
[ ] Increase attendance at cultural programs a...
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