Inasmuch as the practices, procedures, judgments, and decisions of each associate of Development Services have a direct and vital impact upon the lives, safety, health and welfare of people who live and work in the City of Kansas City, Mo., I consider it my obligation to conduct my work in accordance with the following Canons of Ethics. - Canon I
- My paramount professional responsibility shall be the safety, health and welfare of the general public.
- Canon II
- I shall conduct myself at all times in a professional manner to create respect for myself, my profession, Development Services and the City of Kansas City, Mo.
- Canon III
- I shall act in such a manner as to uphold and enhance the honor, integrity and dignity of the codes administration profession.
- Canon IV
- I shall conscientiously avoid conflicts of interest and shall not accept, nor offer, any gift, favor or service in the performance of my duties.
- Canon V
- I shall refrain from the use of my position to secure advantage or favor for myself, my family or my friends.
- Canon VI
- I shall conduct myself in a spirit of fairness to all citizens and city associates.
- Canon VII
- I shall issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner.
- Canon VIII
- I shall always strive to become more knowledgeable of the codes, ordinances, policies and processes that I am responsible for enforcing.
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