Res. #24-006 - Adopting a Revised Personnel Policy

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Data Practices Act: Confidential information will be governed by and treated according to the Minnesota Data Practices Act. The City Administrator is the Data Practices Officer. All questionable requests should be referred to the City Administrator. 20.8 Political Activities General: Political activities which are not in violation of State and Federal laws are generally permitted. The following political activities are prohibited for City Employees: A) City Employees may not use any official authority or influence for the purpose of affecting the result of an election nor may funds be solicited or contributions received from other Employees for political purposes. B) No campaign materials, pamphlets or buttons may be displayed on City vehicles, City property or by an individual on the work site, nor may they be distributed by an employee during his working hours. 21. APPEARANCE AND ATTIRE POLICY 21.1 General The attire and the appearance of City Employees have a direct reflection on the professionalism in the delivery of City services. City Employees are required to meet the general public daily as part of their regular work assignment and as such, a neatly attired City Employee presents a positive image both of themselves and the City of Centerville. When deciding on appropriate work attire, City Employees shall employ sound discretion in their decisions as clothing needs vary by job function and safety. These considerations should be based on job safety, City image, and personal hygiene. The City Administrator will be responsible for determining if attire is appropriate. Employees who have questions concerning appropriate work attire should direct them to the City Administrator. The city will follow the CROWN Act per Minn. Stat. § 363A.03, subd. 36a; 2023 Minn. Sess. Laws Ch. 3. The Minnesota Department of Human Rights explained that the CROWN Act is intended to protect against discrimination based on race -based natural hair textures and styles under the Minnesota Human Rights Act (MHRA). 22. ELECTRONIC MEDIA USAGE POLICY 22.1 General Guidelines: The Metro-INET Acceptable Use Policy is designed to provide clear guidelines to all joint powers member employees regarding access to and disclosure of computer, network, telephone, and facsimile systems. Employees increasingly use and exploit electronic forms of communication and information exchange and have access to one or more forms of electronic media and services including computers, email, Page 41 of 60