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A. In accordance with Federal Law, the City of Blue Earth has adopted the following policy on drugs in the workplace: B. Employees are expected and required to report to work on time and in appropriate mental and physical condition. It is our intent and obligation to provide a drug-free, safe and secure work environment. C. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, possession, or use of a controlled substance on City property or while conducting City business is absolutely prohibited. Violations of this policy will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination, and may have legal consequences. D. The City recognizes drug dependency as an illness and a major health problem. The City also recognizes drug abuse as a potential health, safety, and security problem. Employees needing help in dealing with such problems are encouraged to use their health insurance plans, as appropriate. E. Employees must, as a condition of employment, abide by the terms of the above policy and must report any conviction under a criminal drug statute for violations occurring on or off work premises while conducting City business. A report of the conviction must he made within five (5) days after the conviction as required by the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. Article 14 Work Rules/Code of Conduct A. In order to provide direction to all municipal employees, to ensure an efficient and effective work environment, and to avoid possible misunderstandings, the City has established a uniform and equitable policy which establishes work rules. This section describes these rules. The City Administrator may issues administrative directives to expand, clarifY, or amend these rules at their discretion. B. Conduct as a City Employee: In accepting City employment, you have become a representative of the City and are responsible for assisting and serving the citizens for whom you work. An employee's primary responsibility is to serve the residents of Blue Earth. C. Employees are expected to: 1. be courteous at all times and display a cheerful, polite attitude. 2. be neat, keep their workplace as neat as possible, and dress appropriately for their respective jobs. 3. be dependable and accountable. D. Overall, employees should exhibit conduct that is ethical, responsive, and of high standards becoming of a City employee.