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Valerie added the hope that the City could fashion a more comprehensive curb and sidewalk program without requiring a 50/50 match as presently operated. In the public portion Jessie Davis said he would advocate for a smaller overall budget, a smaller TIF program, and an expanded curb & sidewalk program. Bill 14 -75 was next on the agenda. This resolution was initiated by Dr. David Varner Chair of the Council Rules Committee. David explained that he would through the resolution, begin conservation as to whether and to what extent the Council should impose a standard of decorum and conduct for elected officials. In light of recent controversies, which have proved to be a distraction from Council work, the need to establish a code of conduct was, to him, obvious. To develop such a policy he suggested the Council could work with the City Human Resources Department the Council Attorney, and Corporation Counsel Cristal Brisco. During the Council portion Oliver Davis took great exception to the proposal questioning, the legality of such a code, the fairness of any sanctions, and the question of enforcement of such standards. For the record a letter from Corporate Counsel Cristal Brisco was entered with the Clerk and distributed to Council. The letter asked for the Mayor to be exempted. Derek Dieter voiced opposition to exempting any of the eleven elected officials. In the public portion Janet Cadotte, the Human Resources Director for the City said she already has interns surveying other governmental units around the state to discern "best practices ". Jessie Davis supported the adoption of standards and said no elected officials should be exempted. Ultimately on a motion from Derek dieter and a second from Dr. Varner along with an affirming vote from all the bill was sent to full Council with a favorable recommendation. Valerie Schey adjourned the meeting at 5:50 P.M. Respectfully Submitted, Valerie Schey, Chairperson Personnel & Finance Committee