Deciding When to Step Aside From the Decision-Making Process: Abstentions and Disqualifications, Part 1 of 2, continued
compensated positions on such boards, as long as certain transparency measures occur. Information about the appointment must be posted on the local agency’s website, including the name of the appointed official, the amount of compensation
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Other Interests and Bias Issues
A publication that answers frequently asked questions and a form to assist local agencies in complying with this requirement are available from the FPPC.
Other reasons for being disqualified from participating in a decision include receipt of campaign contributions (under very limited circumstances), certain forms of bias based on a personal interest in the outcome of a decision, or strong feelings (positive or negative) about the parties whose interests will be affected by the decision.
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CITY ADMINISTRATOR Sand City, CA The City of Sand City on the Monterey Peninsula is an eclectic and business oriented City recruiting for a City Administrator. This close-knit community of about 350 residents has substantial and diversified businesses. We cooperatively interact with other governmental entities near Monterey Bay and are committed to interdependence while maintaining individual identity. The ideal candidate will possess excellent experience in leadership and management in a public agency– preferably a California city government located in the Coastal Zone. Passion for working closely with our business partners as well as other stakeholders is paramount. Substantial experience in developing productive workplaces and relationships is expected. This is a “hands on” employee management position as well as a policy-setting and community building focus. We seek a dynamic, effective leader to improve effectiveness and service without unduly increasing citizens’ costs. This is a great opportunity. Please send your letter of interest and resume to: City of Sand City, Attn: HR #1 Sylvan Park Sand City, CA. 93955 831-394-2472 – Fax
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Abstentions In some situations an agency attorney or the FPPC says that no legal imperative exists to disqualify oneself from a particular matter. If you still have questions about your ability to put your personal situation aside and/or make a fair decision, then it is best to abstain. What if you believe you can make a fair and public-minded decision, but others are questioning whether that is indeed so? As with many ethical dilemmas, this is an example of conflicting and important values. One value is fulfilling your responsibility as an office-holder to make decisions — which, of course, is what your constituents elected you to do. Related to this value is the benefit of having as many decision-
The most common form of disqualification occurs under California’s Political Reform Act. www.cacities.org