REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
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Adopt a Resolution Amending the City of Sunnyvale Local Conflict of Interest Code
Report
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION
The Political Reform Act requires that every state and local agency adopt a local conflict of interest code that identifies all officials and employees within the agency who make governmental decisions based on the positions they hold. Those individuals in the designated positions must then disclose their financial interests as specified in the agency's conflict of interest code.
Every local government agency is required to review its Conflict of Interest Code biennially to determine if the Code is accurate or must be amended. Amendments are necessary if qualifying positions have been added or deleted from the City's classification plan and salary resolution. Amendments to revise titles of existing positions, or to revise disclosure categories are also required.
The City's Conflict of Interest Code applies to the City, as well as designated "City agencies" (i.e., the Sunnyvale Industrial Development Authority and the Sunnyvale Financing Authority) and their officers and employees.
The City's Conflict of Interest Code was last amended on October 29, 2024 (Resolution No. 1263-24). The City conducted a review of its Conflict of Interest Code. Staff determined that an amendment is necessary to reflect various changes to classifications that have occurred in the last two years.
EXISTING POLICY
California Government Code Title 9, Ch. 7, Art. 3 - Conflict of Interest Codes
Council Policy 7.3.7 - Standard Conflict of Interest Code
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The action being considered does not constitute a "project" within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(5) in that it is a governmental, organizational or administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect changes in the environment.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associat...
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