If a City employee wants to run for public office or be active in a campaign, what restrictions apply?
City employees cannot use City resources for campaign purposes. For example, they cannot do campaign work at their City work stations or using City equipment, make campaign calls when they are on City time or in the workplace, place bumper stickers on City cars, display campaign signs or buttons in public work areas, or solicit contributions on City time or premises. • Aren’t elected officials subject to the same laws as City employees? They often publicly campaign for ballot issues. Answer: City elected officials are subject to the same laws as all City employees. However, the law sets certain exceptions for elected officials. Under the law, a City elected official can make a statement in support of or opposition to a ballot issue at an open press conference or in response to a specific inquiry. The City Council may take public actions such as passing motions, resolutions, or ordinances stating positions on ballot propositions and the mayor can concur in a resolution. Also, a City ele
City employees cannot use City resources for campaign purposes. For example, they cannot do campaign work at their City work stations or using City equipment, make campaign calls when they are on City time or in the workplace, place bumper stickers on City cars, display campaign signs or buttons in public work areas, or solicit contributions on City time or premises. • Aren’t elected officials subject to the same laws as City employees? They often publicly campaign for ballot issues. Answer: City elected officials are subject to the same laws as all City employees. However, the law sets certain exceptions for elected officials. Under the law, a City elected official can make a statement in support of or opposition to a ballot issue at an open press conference or in response to a specific inquiry. The City Council may take public actions such as passing motions, resolutions, or ordinances stating positions on ballot propositions and the mayor can concur in a resolution. Also, a City ele
