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Resolution No. 00-43 Page 30 delete any file or disclose any such file to others. No e-mail or other electronic communications (including facsimile messages) may be sent which attempt to hide the identity of the sender, or represent the sender as someone else or from another organization. Employees are responsible for all electronic messages originating from a computer operating under his/her password. 21.8 Excessive UsaQe Electronic media and services should not be used in a manner that is likely to cause network congestion or significantly hamper the ability of other people to access and use the system. Continued impedance of other users through mass consumption of system resources, after receipt of a request to cease such activity, is prohibited. The willful or careless introduction of programs known as computer viruses, Trojan Horses and worms into the City's network or into any external networks or computers can cause such excessive computer usage or even damage a system and so would be a violation of this policy. 21.9 Questions ReQardinQ Policy City employees who have concerns or are uncertain about ethical, legal or security issues regarding the use of data communications tools are expected to discuss their concerns with their supervisor who will act as the employee's first point of contact. Part of the responsibility of the MIS Coordinator for the City is to insure the integrity of city data (an asset). Therefore, the MIS Coordinator, in consultation with the Finance Director, will resolve and answer any questions about this Acceptable Use Policy or its interpretation. Until such issues are resolved, questionable use should be considered "not acceptable". Questions of interpretation should be submitted, in writing, to the MIS Coordinator. Final authority for this Acceptable Use Policy lies with the City Council. 21.10 Policy Violations The City Administrator, Assistant City Administrator and/or an employee's direct supervisor, or their designees will review alleged violations of this city policy on a case- by-case basis. The MIS Coordinator and/or Finance Director may be consulted for technical assistance in investigating a complaint. Clear violations of the policy which are not promptly remedied may result in the expulsion of the offending employee from city network services in addition to disciplinary action. consistent with the Personnel Policy or appropriate bargaining unit agreement. SECTION 22. NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY That the City and all employees thereof are subject to a policy of non- discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance or disability. SECTION 23. SAVINGS CLAUSE