The Institute's ethics program promotes public confidence and trust in local agency decision-making by helping local officials understand the unique legal and ethical obligations of being a public servant. Read more »
In 2009, the Institute was honored to receive national recognition its efforts in promoting public service ethics. The Institute received the Public Integrity Award, which was presented by the American Society for Public Administration in collaboration with the Council on Governmental Ethics Laws, the Council of State Governments, and the International City/County Management Association.
"Everyday Ethics" is the Institute's award-winning column. Every two months, the Institute's ethics program analyzes different ethical dilemmas public officials are likely to face. Some of these dilemmas have legal dimensions, some have ethical dimensions and many are a combination of both. Read more »
(Four-page tipsheet): Provides a handy reference on the kinds of issues that ought to trigger a conversation with agency counsel or the Fair Political Practices Commission.
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