Which four values are most important to you for your local officials to uphold? Integrity and Honesty, Responsibility and Community Service, Other - 2-Transparency, not just words but actions. 3-Responsive to community concerns., Other - 4-Fiscally responsible - keep spending down. I CANNOT ENTER A THIRD OTHER COMMENT. I AM BEING FORCED TO PICK ONE OF THE CANNED VALUES.
Integrity and Honesty: Which two expressions are most important? Other - I do not play games. I am clear, direct and to the point., Other - I do not lobby staff or my fellow elected officials, except in public on the dais.
Responsibility and Community Service: Which two expressions are most important? I refrain from any action that might appear to compromise my independent judgment., Consistent with my role as a steward of the public trust, I do not represent third parties’ interest before either my agency or those of neighboring jurisdictions.
Fairness: Which two expressions are most important? I support the public’s right to know and participate in the conduct of the public’s business., I recognize that I am an agent for the democratic process, not the owner of authority.
Respect for fellow officials, staff and the public: Which two expressions are most important? I work towards consensus building and gain value from diverse opinions., I make decisions and recommendations based upon research and facts, taking into consideration short and long-term goals.
Compassion: Which two expressions are most important? I am attuned to, and care about, the needs and issues of citizens, public officials and agency workers., Other - I am aware and take into consideration that many people in our city are not wealthy and thus minimize financial impacts to our citizens.
Proper and efficient use of public resources (another form of responsibility): Which two expressions are most important? I make good financial decisions that seek to preserve programs and services for agency residents., Other - I do not spend or allow to be spent public funds on personal trips.
Loyalty to the Agency: Which two expressions are most important? I do not disclose confidential information without proper legal authorization., When presenting my individual opinions and positions, I explicitly state that my opinions do not represent the agency’s position and I will not allow the inference that they do.
Vision: Which two expressions are most important? Other - I promote proactive mitigation measures within our city laws to dampen impacts to our community of upcoming legislation., Other - I support providing feedback to the state on upcoming bills to improve them before they are passed..

Which four values are most important to you for your local officials to uphold? Integrity and Honesty, Responsibility and Community Service, Respect for fellow officials, staff and the public, Compassion
Integrity and Honesty: Which two expressions are most important? I am honest with my fellow elected officials, the public and others., I do not knowingly use false or inaccurate information to support my position or views.
Responsibility and Community Service: Which two expressions are most important? I do not accept gifts, services or other special considerations because of my public position., As a representative of the community, I serve as a model of leadership and civility.
Fairness: Which two expressions are most important? I am impartial when making decisions, avoiding the temptation to favor those who have supported me and disfavor those who have not., I recognize that I am an agent for the democratic process, not the owner of authority.
Respect for fellow officials, staff and the public: Which two expressions are most important? I treat my fellow officials, staff and the public with patience, courtesy and civility, even when we disagree on what is best for the community., I support a positive work environment for agency staff and others who serve the agency.
Compassion: Which two expressions are most important? I recognize government’s responsibilities to society’s less fortunate., I am attuned to, and care about, the needs and issues of citizens, public officials and agency workers.
Proper and efficient use of public resources (another form of responsibility): Which two expressions are most important? I do not use public resources, such as agency staff time, equipment, supplies or facilities, for private gain or personal purposes., I make decisions on hiring and contracting based on merit and value to the agency, rather than favoritism and/or family or personal relationships.
Loyalty to the Agency: Which two expressions are most important? I do not disclose confidential information without proper legal authorization., I represent the official policies or positions of the agency to the best of my ability when authorized to do so.
Vision: Which two expressions are most important? I display a style that maintains consistent standards, but is also sensitive to the need for compromise, “thinking outside the box,” and improving existing paradigms when necessary., I promote intelligent and thoughtful innovation in order to forward the agency’s policy agenda and agency services.

Which four values are most important to you for your local officials to uphold? Integrity and Honesty, Respect for fellow officials, staff and the public, Proper efficient use of public resources (another form of responsibility), Vision
Integrity and Honesty: Which two expressions are most important? I am honest with my fellow elected officials, the public and others., I am prepared to make unpopular decisions when my sense of the public’s best interests requires it.
Responsibility and Community Service: Which two expressions are most important? I do not accept gifts, services or other special considerations because of my public position., As a representative of the community, I serve as a model of leadership and civility.
Fairness: Which two expressions are most important? I am impartial when making decisions, avoiding the temptation to favor those who have supported me and disfavor those who have not., I provide services at or above established standards without favoritism or prejudice.
Respect for fellow officials, staff and the public: Which two expressions are most important? I treat my fellow officials, staff and the public with patience, courtesy and civility, even when we disagree on what is best for the community., I am approachable, open-minded and willing to participate in dialog and I work to convey this to others.
Compassion: Which two expressions are most important? I recognize government’s responsibilities to society’s less fortunate., I am attuned to, and care about, the needs and issues of citizens, public officials and agency workers.
Proper and efficient use of public resources (another form of responsibility): Which two expressions are most important? I recognize that the responsibility for making both large and small decisions about the use of public resources is a public trust., I demonstrate concern for the proper use of agency assets (such as personnel, time, property, equipment, funds) and follow established procedures.
Loyalty to the Agency: Which two expressions are most important? I respect the confidentiality of information concerning the agency’s property, personnel or affairs., I do not disclose confidential information without proper legal authorization.
Vision: Which two expressions are most important? I promote intelligent and thoughtful innovation in order to forward the agency’s policy agenda and agency services., I consider the broader regional and statewide implications of the agency’s decisions and issues.

Which four values are most important to you for your local officials to uphold? Integrity and Honesty, Responsibility and Community Service, Respect for fellow officials, staff and the public, Proper efficient use of public resources (another form of responsibility)
Integrity and Honesty: Which two expressions are most important? I am prepared to make unpopular decisions when my sense of the public’s best interests requires it., I do not knowingly use false or inaccurate information to support my position or views.
Responsibility and Community Service: Which two expressions are most important? I do not accept gifts, services or other special considerations because of my public position., I do not use information that I acquire in my public capacity for personal advantage.
Fairness: Which two expressions are most important? I support the public’s right to know and participate in the conduct of the public’s business., I recognize that I am an agent for the democratic process, not the owner of authority.
Respect for fellow officials, staff and the public: Which two expressions are most important? I treat my fellow officials, staff and the public with patience, courtesy and civility, even when we disagree on what is best for the community., I involve staff in meetings with individuals, those with business before the agency, officials from other agencies and legislators to ensure proper staff support and to keep staff informed.
Compassion: Which two expressions are most important? I recognize government’s responsibilities to society’s less fortunate., I am attuned to, and care about, the needs and issues of citizens, public officials and agency workers.
Proper and efficient use of public resources (another form of responsibility): Which two expressions are most important? I recognize that the responsibility for making both large and small decisions about the use of public resources is a public trust., I demonstrate concern for the proper use of agency assets (such as personnel, time, property, equipment, funds) and follow established procedures.
Loyalty to the Agency: Which two expressions are most important? I do not disclose confidential information without proper legal authorization., When presenting my individual opinions and positions, I explicitly state that my opinions do not represent the agency’s position and I will not allow the inference that they do.
Vision: Which two expressions are most important? I display a style that maintains consistent standards, but is also sensitive to the need for compromise, “thinking outside the box,” and improving existing paradigms when necessary., I consider the broader regional and statewide implications of the agency’s decisions and issues.

Which four values are most important to you for your local officials to uphold? Integrity and Honesty, Responsibility and Community Service, Fairness, Proper efficient use of public resources (another form of responsibility)
Integrity and Honesty: Which two expressions are most important? I am honest with my fellow elected officials, the public and others., I disclose suspected instances of corruption to the appropriate authorities.
Responsibility and Community Service: Which two expressions are most important? I do not accept gifts, services or other special considerations because of my public position., I do not use information that I acquire in my public capacity for personal advantage.
Fairness: Which two expressions are most important? I support the public’s right to know and participate in the conduct of the public’s business., I recognize that I am an agent for the democratic process, not the owner of authority.
Respect for fellow officials, staff and the public: Which two expressions are most important? I focus on the merits in discussions of issues, not personalities, character or motivations., I work towards consensus building and gain value from diverse opinions.
Compassion: Which two expressions are most important? I recognize government’s responsibilities to society’s less fortunate., I am attuned to, and care about, the needs and issues of citizens, public officials and agency workers.
Proper and efficient use of public resources (another form of responsibility): Which two expressions are most important? I actively promote the efficient and economical use of public resources., I demonstrate concern for the proper use of agency assets (such as personnel, time, property, equipment, funds) and follow established procedures.
Loyalty to the Agency: Which two expressions are most important? I respect the confidentiality of information concerning the agency’s property, personnel or affairs., I do not disclose confidential information without proper legal authorization.
Vision: Which two expressions are most important? I promote intelligent and thoughtful innovation in order to forward the agency’s policy agenda and agency services., I consider the broader regional and statewide implications of the agency’s decisions and issues.

Which four values are most important to you for your local officials to uphold? Integrity and Honesty, Respect for fellow officials, staff and the public, Proper efficient use of public resources (another form of responsibility), Vision
Integrity and Honesty: Which two expressions are most important? I do not knowingly use false or inaccurate information to support my position or views., I support ethics within my agency.
Responsibility and Community Service: Which two expressions are most important? I support merit-based processes for the award of public employment and public contracts., As a representative of the community, I serve as a model of leadership and civility.
Fairness: Which two expressions are most important? I support the public’s right to know and participate in the conduct of the public’s business., I recognize that I am an agent for the democratic process, not the owner of authority.
Respect for fellow officials, staff and the public: Which two expressions are most important? I treat my fellow officials, staff and the public with patience, courtesy and civility, even when we disagree on what is best for the community., I support a positive work environment for agency staff and others who serve the agency.
Compassion: Which two expressions are most important? I convey the agency’s care for and commitment to its community members., I am attuned to, and care about, the needs and issues of citizens, public officials and agency workers.
Proper and efficient use of public resources (another form of responsibility): Which two expressions are most important? I make decisions on hiring and contracting based on merit and value to the agency, rather than favoritism and/or family or personal relationships., I demonstrate concern for the proper use of agency assets (such as personnel, time, property, equipment, funds) and follow established procedures.
Loyalty to the Agency: Which two expressions are most important? I do not disclose confidential information without proper legal authorization., I represent the official policies or positions of the agency to the best of my ability when authorized to do so.
Vision: Which two expressions are most important? I promote intelligent and thoughtful innovation in order to forward the agency’s policy agenda and agency services., I consider the broader regional and statewide implications of the agency’s decisions and issues.

Which four values are most important to you for your local officials to uphold? Integrity and Honesty, Responsibility and Community Service, Fairness, Respect for fellow officials, staff and the public
Integrity and Honesty: Which two expressions are most important? I am honest with my fellow elected officials, the public and others., I do not knowingly use false or inaccurate information to support my position or views.
Responsibility and Community Service: Which two expressions are most important? I support merit-based processes for the award of public employment and public contracts., As a representative of the community, I serve as a model of leadership and civility.
Fairness: Which two expressions are most important? I support the public’s right to know and participate in the conduct of the public’s business., I treat all persons, claims and transactions in a fair and equitable manner.
Respect for fellow officials, staff and the public: Which two expressions are most important? I treat my fellow officials, staff and the public with patience, courtesy and civility, even when we disagree on what is best for the community., I support a positive work environment for agency staff and others who serve the agency.
Compassion: Which two expressions are most important? I convey the agency’s care for and commitment to its community members., I am attuned to, and care about, the needs and issues of citizens, public officials and agency workers.
Proper and efficient use of public resources (another form of responsibility): Which two expressions are most important? I recognize that the responsibility for making both large and small decisions about the use of public resources is a public trust., I do not use public resources, such as agency staff time, equipment, supplies or facilities, for private gain or personal purposes.
Loyalty to the Agency: Which two expressions are most important? I respect the confidentiality of information concerning the agency’s property, personnel or affairs., When presenting my individual opinions and positions, I explicitly state that my opinions do not represent the agency’s position and I will not allow the inference that they do.
Vision: Which two expressions are most important? I display a style that maintains consistent standards, but is also sensitive to the need for compromise, “thinking outside the box,” and improving existing paradigms when necessary., I consider the broader regional and statewide implications of the agency’s decisions and issues.

Which four values are most important to you for your local officials to uphold? Integrity and Honesty, Responsibility and Community Service, Respect for fellow officials, staff and the public, Other - Cooperation with other levels of government
Integrity and Honesty: Which two expressions are most important? I am honest with my fellow elected officials, the public and others., I take responsibility for my actions, even when it is uncomfortable to do so.
Responsibility and Community Service: Which two expressions are most important? I refrain from any action that might appear to compromise my independent judgment., As a representative of the community, I serve as a model of leadership and civility.
Fairness: Which two expressions are most important? I am impartial when making decisions, avoiding the temptation to favor those who have supported me and disfavor those who have not., I treat all persons, claims and transactions in a fair and equitable manner.
Respect for fellow officials, staff and the public: Which two expressions are most important? I treat my fellow officials, staff and the public with patience, courtesy and civility, even when we disagree on what is best for the community., I respect others’ time by coming to meetings prepared and offering observations only when I believe it will move the discussion forward.
Compassion: Which two expressions are most important? I recognize government’s responsibilities to society’s less fortunate., I am attuned to, and care about, the needs and issues of citizens, public officials and agency workers.
Proper and efficient use of public resources (another form of responsibility): Which two expressions are most important? I do not use public resources, such as agency staff time, equipment, supplies or facilities, for private gain or personal purposes., I make decisions on hiring and contracting based on merit and value to the agency, rather than favoritism and/or family or personal relationships.
Loyalty to the Agency: Which two expressions are most important? I respect the confidentiality of information concerning the agency’s property, personnel or affairs., When presenting my individual opinions and positions, I explicitly state that my opinions do not represent the agency’s position and I will not allow the inference that they do.
Vision: Which two expressions are most important? I exhibit a proactive, innovative approach to setting goals and conducting the agency’s business., I consider the broader regional and statewide implications of the agency’s decisions and issues.

Which four values are most important to you for your local officials to uphold? Integrity and Honesty, Fairness, Proper efficient use of public resources (another form of responsibility), Vision
Integrity and Honesty: Which two expressions are most important? I am honest with my fellow elected officials, the public and others., I am prepared to make unpopular decisions when my sense of the public’s best interests requires it.
Responsibility and Community Service: Which two expressions are most important? I excuse myself from participating in decisions when my or my family’s financial interests may be affected by my agency’s actions., As a representative of the community, I serve as a model of leadership and civility.
Fairness: Which two expressions are most important? I am impartial when making decisions, avoiding the temptation to favor those who have supported me and disfavor those who have not., I recognize that I am an agent for the democratic process, not the owner of authority.
Respect for fellow officials, staff and the public: Which two expressions are most important? I focus on the merits in discussions of issues, not personalities, character or motivations., I respect others’ time by coming to meetings prepared and offering observations only when I believe it will move the discussion forward.
Compassion: Which two expressions are most important? I recognize government’s responsibilities to society’s less fortunate., I convey the agency’s care for and commitment to its community members.
Proper and efficient use of public resources (another form of responsibility): Which two expressions are most important? I do not use public resources, such as agency staff time, equipment, supplies or facilities, for private gain or personal purposes., I make decisions after prudent consideration of their financial impact, taking into account the long-term financial needs of the agency, especially its financial stability.
Loyalty to the Agency: Which two expressions are most important? I respect the confidentiality of information concerning the agency’s property, personnel or affairs., I represent the official policies or positions of the agency to the best of my ability when authorized to do so.
Vision: Which two expressions are most important? I promote intelligent and thoughtful innovation in order to forward the agency’s policy agenda and agency services., I consider the broader regional and statewide implications of the agency’s decisions and issues.

Which four values are most important to you for your local officials to uphold? Integrity and Honesty, Fairness, Compassion, Proper efficient use of public resources (another form of responsibility)
Integrity and Honesty: Which two expressions are most important? I am honest with my fellow elected officials, the public and others., I take responsibility for my actions, even when it is uncomfortable to do so.
Responsibility and Community Service: Which two expressions are most important? I do not accept gifts, services or other special considerations because of my public position., Consistent with my role as a steward of the public trust, I do not represent third parties’ interest before either my agency or those of neighboring jurisdictions.
Fairness: Which two expressions are most important? I treat all persons, claims and transactions in a fair and equitable manner., I make decisions based on the merits of the issue.
Respect for fellow officials, staff and the public: Which two expressions are most important? I treat my fellow officials, staff and the public with patience, courtesy and civility, even when we disagree on what is best for the community., I engage in effective two-way communication by listening carefully, asking questions, and determining an appropriate response that adds value to conversations.
Compassion: Which two expressions are most important? I recognize government’s responsibilities to society’s less fortunate., I am attuned to, and care about, the needs and issues of citizens, public officials and agency workers.
Proper and efficient use of public resources (another form of responsibility): Which two expressions are most important? I actively promote the efficient and economical use of public resources., I make decisions on hiring and contracting based on merit and value to the agency, rather than favoritism and/or family or personal relationships.
Loyalty to the Agency: Which two expressions are most important? I respect the confidentiality of information concerning the agency’s property, personnel or affairs., I do not disclose confidential information without proper legal authorization.
Vision: Which two expressions are most important? I display a style that maintains consistent standards, but is also sensitive to the need for compromise, “thinking outside the box,” and improving existing paradigms when necessary., I promote intelligent and thoughtful innovation in order to forward the agency’s policy agenda and agency services.