Resolution No. 4645 - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

EUGENE CITY COUNCIL OPERATING AGREEMENTS As of September 25, 2000 Exhibit A to Resolution No. 4645 When councilors speak to each other during public meetings, last names shall be used during regular meetings and first names may be used during work sessions. The Mayor is, however, always referred to as "The Mayor." During public meetings, councilors generally should not attempt to edit or rewrite prepared ordinances because of the potential impact on other issues--amendments to an ordinance may, however, be appropriate. Generally, councilors should give direction to staff to bring back amended ordinances for Council consideration. Public Conduct The rules of conduct for members of the public shall generally be the same as for the Council. The Code prohibits any person from bringing in to a Council meeting flags, signs, posters, and placards unless authorized by the presiding officer. The Code specifically permits arm bands, emblems, badges, and other articles worn on personal clothing, so long as such items do not extend from the body in such a way as to cause injury to another. (E.C. 2.015(10)) 8. COUNCILOR REQUEST FOR STAFF ASSISTANCE Initiatives which require more than two hours of staff time must be approved by the Council. Requests that involve less than two hours staff time or resources should be directed to the City Manager. A councilor who desires major policy, ordinance research, or other staff assistance should first raise the issue at a Council work session. The Council should decide whether to proceed with the issue or ordi- nance before staff time is spent. Councilors who agree that staff time can be spent on a particular item shall not be bound to support the issue when it comes before the Council for a vote. Except for routine inquiries, the City Manager shall respond to councilors' requests for information or assistance. The Manager shall assign these requests to appropriate City staff and track progress on the assignments. This process eliminates the possibilities of staff members duplicating each other's efforts or a request getting "lost." 9. REPRESENTING CITY POSITIONS AND PERSONAL POSITIONS Written Communications from City Councilors In written communication with other officials or groups and in letters for publication, such as "to the editor," councilors should be careful to decide whether to speak only for themselves or for the Council. In speaking for the Council, when there is a position which the writer wishes to reinforce or explain, it is useful to circulate a copy to the Council for comment before the letter is mailed. Letters to other affected officials or agencies on City issues shall be discussed with the appropriate staff so that the City lobby effort can be coordinated. Eugene City Council Operating Agreements - September 2000 Page 6 of 9 Exhibit A to Resolution No. 4645