Item 6AITEM 6A Ordinance No. 635-B 2nd Reading: Amending Chapter 2, Article VI, Code of Ethics and Conduct of the Southlake City Code to amend Section 2-265, Disclosure of Interest
Background
Chapter 176 of Texas LGC
Requires disclosure of certain business relationships
Extended by City Council to advisory board members, employees
2007 revisions to Chapter 176
Clarified ambiguities and resolved problems with previous law.
Chapter 171 defines “conflicts of interest” and “substantial interest”
Requirements for abstention from discussion and voting
Ordinance No. 635 does not change
Proposed Revisions
Changes to reflect applicability of law to City Council members and city manager;
Added para. F and G, Section 4.0 “Disclosure of Interest”
Provides for similar disclosure of interest by advisory board members and employees
Proposed Revisions
Sets threshold income level of $2,500 (excl. investment income) in preceding 12-month period;
Exempts gifts from family members and gifts as political contributions from $250 limit in preceding 12-month period.
Ordinance No. 635-B, Code of Ethics and Conduct
City Secretary retains responsibility for statements of council members and advisory board members;
Human Resources responsible for employee statements.
Staff recommends Approval.