CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPLICATION FOR SERVICE
YOUTH COMMISSION
CityClerk@santa-ana.org
P: 714-647-6520
F: 714-647-6956
Pursuant to Ordinance No. NS-2992, Youth commissioners will be required to be a resident of the
City of Santa Ana and a student enrolled and attending school from 7
th
through 12
th
grade.
Name ( Mr./ Ms.)
FIRST MIDDLE LAST
OFFICE USE ONLY
Home Address
Ward:_____________ Date to Council:________________
Zip Code
Home Phone
Fax
E-Mail
Cell
Other
School Name
School Address
City
Zip Code
Driver’s License No.
Date of Birth
(Last 4 Numbers)
Anticipated High School Graduation year
Language(s) Spoken
Participation in school organizations, clubs, community services, etc.
Educational Interests
Remarks (attach resume if available)
I have completed this application with the knowledge and understanding that any or all items may be verified, and
affirm I have received the Ethics Code, understand its provisions, and pledge to conduct my duties consistent with the
code if appointed to the Youth Commission. I consent to the release of information contained in this application to
interested parties and I understand that the Santa Ana Police Department conducts a routine background check on
applicants nominated for appointment.
SIGNATURE DATE
The above student has my permission to participate on the Youth Commission.
PARENT/LEGAL GUARDIAN SIGNATURE____________________________________ DATE _________________
Required
Please email signed completed form and Code of Ethics and Conduct Certification to
CityClerk@santa-ana.org, fax to 714-647-6956 or mail to 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
This application will be retained on file in the Clerk of the Council Office for 2 years.
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THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
CODE OF ETHICS AND CONDUCT
ADOPTED JUNE 2, 2008
The people of the City of Santa Ana, at an election held on February 5, 2008,
approved an amendment to the City Charter of the City of Santa Ana which states: “The
City of Santa Ana shall adopt a Code of Ethics and Conduct for elected officials and
members of appointed boards, commissions, and committees to assure public
confidence in the integrity of local government elected and appointed officials.”
Consistent with the vote of the people, the following Code of Ethics and Conduct is
hereby adopted by the City of Santa Ana to ensure effective and fair operation of the
local government of the City of Santa Ana.
I.
PREAMBLE
It is the intent of this code to achieve fair, ethical, and accountable local
government for the City of Santa Ana. The people of Santa Ana expect public officials,
both elected and appointed, to comply with both the letter and the spirit of the laws of
the State of California, the United States of America, and the Charter, Municipal Code,
and established policies of the City of Santa Ana affecting the operations of local
government. In addition, public officials are expected to comply with the provisions of
this Code of Ethics and Conduct established pursuant to the expressed will of the
people. All persons covered by this code will aspire to meet the highest ethical
standards in the conduct of their responsibility as an elected or appointed official of the
City of Santa Ana.
This code addresses various aspects related to the governance of the City of
Santa Ana and supplements, but does not supplant other laws and rules that prescribe
the legal responsibilities of City officials. These include, but are not limited to, the
Federal and State Constitutions, various provisions of the California Government Code
(such as the Brown Act and the Political Reform Act), the Labor Code, laws prohibiting
discrimination and harassment, and the City of Santa Ana Charter and Municipal Code.
Elected and appointed officials are expected to be familiar with these laws to ensure
that they exercise their public responsibilities in a proper fashion. This code is not
designed to be used as a tool to remove appointed officials, as the City Council retains
the right under the Charter and Municipal Code to remove appointed officials in
accordance with those provisions.
While it is not possible to anticipate and provide a rule of conduct and ethics for
all situations that public officials may face, this Code of Ethics and Conduct is designed
to provide a framework to guide public officials in their daily duties.
II.
SCOPE
The provisions of this Code of Ethics and Conduct shall apply to the
Mayor and members of the City Council, and to all members of the boards,
commissions, and committees appointed by the City Council or the Mayor or the Mayor
and City Council, including any ad hoc committees. Further, the provisions of this Code
of Ethics and Conduct shall only apply to these officials and members acting in their
official capacities and in the discharge of their duties.
III.
CORE VALUES
Attitudes, words, and actions should demonstrate, support, and reflect the
following qualities and characteristics for the well being of our community. The five core
values and expressions that reflect these core values are as follows:
INTEGRITY / HONESTY
I am honest with my fellow elected officials, the public and others.
I do not promise what I believe to be unrealistic.
I am prepared to make unpopular decisions when my sense of the public’s best
interests requires it.
I credit others’ contributions to moving our community’s interests forward.
I do not knowingly use false or inaccurate information to support my position or
views.
I safeguard the ability to make independent, objective, fair and impartial
judgments by scrupulously avoiding financial and social relationships and
transactions that may compromise, or give the appearance of compromising,
objectivity, independence, and honesty.
RESPONSIBILITY / PROTECTING THE PUBLIC’S INTERESTS
I do not accept gifts, services or other special considerations because of my
public position.
I excuse myself from participating in decisions when my or my immediate family’s
financial interests may be affected by my agency’s actions.
I do not give special treatment or consideration to any individual or group beyond
that available to any other individual.
I refrain from disclosing confidential information concerning litigation, personnel,
property, or other affairs of the City, without proper legal authority, nor use such
information to advance my financial or other personal interests.
FAIRNESS / ACCOUNTABILITY
I promote meaningful public involvement in the agency’s decision-making
processes.
I treat all persons, claims and transactions in a fair and equitable manner; I make
decisions based on the merits of the issue.
If I receive substantive information that is relevant to a matter under
consideration from sources outside the public decision-making process, I publicly
share it with my fellow governing board members and staff.
I work to contribute to a strong organization that exemplifies transparency and
open communication.
RESPECT FOR FELLOW ELECTED OR APPOINTED OFFICIALS, STAFF, AND THE
PUBLIC
I treat my fellow officials, staff and the public with patience, courtesy and civility,
even when we disagree on what is best for the community.
I work towards consensus building and gain value from diverse opinions.
I respect the distinction between the role of office holder and staff; I involve staff
in meetings with individuals, those with business before the agency, officials from
other agencies and legislators to ensure proper staff support and to keep staff
informed
I conduct myself in a courteous and respectful manner at all times during the
performance of my official City duties.
I encourage full participation of all persons and groups; I am aware and observe
important celebrations and events which reflect the values of our diverse
population.
PROPER AND EFFICIENT USE OF PUBLIC RESOURCES
I do not use public resources, such as agency staff time, equipment, supplies or
facilities, for private gain or personal purposes.
I make decisions after prudent consideration of their financial impact, taking into
account the long-term financial needs of the agency, especially its financial
stability.
I demonstrate concern for the proper use of agency assets (such as personnel,
time, property, equipment, funds) and follow established procedures.
I am a prudent steward of public resources and actively consider the impact of
my decisions on the financial and social stability of the City and its residents.
IV.
IMPLEMENTATION AND ENFORCEMENT
City of Santa Ana elected and appointed officials of the various boards,
commissions and committees have the primary responsibility to assure that ethical
standards are understood and met, and that the public can continue to have full
confidence in the integrity of government. This code of ethics will be most effective
when the elected and appointed officials are thoroughly familiar with it and embrace its
provisions.
Upon adoption of this code, all current elected or appointed officials shall
be given a copy of the code and asked to affirm in writing that they have received the
code, understand its provisions, and pledge to conduct themselves by the code. All
new members of the City Council, upon election or reelection, and members of boards,
commissions, and committees appointed by the City Council, upon appointment or
reappointment, shall be given a copy of the code and are required to affirm in writing
they have received the code and understand its provisions, and pledge to conduct
themselves by the code. (See Attachment) Additionally, all members of the City
Council, boards, commissions, and committees, as part of their AB1234 training, shall
be provided additional training clarifying the provisions and application of this code. The
City Attorney, or his/her designee, shall serve as a resource person to those persons
covered by the code to assist them in determination of appropriate actions consistent
with the code.
A periodic review of the code shall be conducted to ensure that the code is
an effective and vital document.
This Code of Conduct is intended to be a reflection of the community’s
values as articulated by the Mayor and City Council as they represent the will of the
people of the City of Santa Ana.
Name:______________________ Title:____________________________
CITY OF SANTA ANA – CODE OF ETHICS AND CONDUCT
CERTIFICATION
As an elected or appointed official of the City of Santa Ana, California, I herein certify that I
have received a copy of the Code of Ethics and Conduct of the City of Santa Ana, have been
offered training and assistance in understanding this code, and am aware of the provisions of
the code and its application to my responsibilities. Consistent with the code, I pledge the
following in the conduct of my duties:
INTEGRITY / HONESTY
I am honest with my fellow elected officials, the public and others.
I do not promise what I believe to be unrealistic.
I am prepared to make unpopular decisions when my sense of the public’s best
interests requires it.
I credit others’ contributions to moving our community’s interests forward.
I do not knowingly use false or inaccurate information to support my position or views.
I safeguard the ability to make independent, objective, fair and impartial judgments by
scrupulously avoiding financial and social relationships and transactions that may
compromise, or give the appearance of compromising, objectivity, independence, and
honesty.
RESPONSIBILITY / PROTECTING THE PUBLIC’S INTERESTS
I do not accept gifts, services or other special considerations because of my public
position.
I excuse myself from participating in decisions when my or my family’s financial
interests may be affected by my agency’s actions.
I do not give special treatment or consideration to any individual or group beyond that
available to any other individual.
I refrain from disclosing confidential information concerning litigation, personnel,
property, or other affairs of the City, without proper legal authority, nor use such
information to advance my financial or other personal interests.
FAIRNESS / ACCOUNTABILITY
I promote meaningful public involvement in the agency’s decision-making processes.
I treat all persons, claims and transactions in a fair and equitable manner; I make
decisions based on the merits of the issue.
If I receive substantive information that is relevant to a matter under consideration from
sources outside the public decision-making process, I publicly share it with my fellow
governing board members and staff.
I work to contribute to a strong organization that exemplifies transparency and open
communication.
RESPECT FOR FELLOW ELECTED OR APPOINTED OFFICIALS, STAFF, AND THE
PUBLIC
I treat my fellow officials, staff and the public with patience, courtesy and civility, even
when we disagree on what is best for the community.
I work towards consensus building and gain value from diverse opinions.
I respect the distinction between the role of office holder and staff; I involve staff in
meetings with individuals, those with business before the agency, officials from other
agencies and legislators to ensure proper staff support and to keep staff informed
I conduct myself in a courteous and respectful manner at all times during the
performance of my official City duties.
I encourage full participation of all persons and groups; I am aware and observe
important celebrations and events which reflect the values of our diverse population.
PROPER AND EFFICIENT USE OF PUBLIC RESOURCES
I do not use public resources, such as agency staff time, equipment, supplies or
facilities, for private gain or personal purposes.
I make decisions after prudent consideration of their financial impact, taking into
account the long-term financial needs of the agency, especially its financial stability.
I demonstrate concern for the proper use of agency assets (such as personnel, time,
property, equipment, funds) and follow established procedures.
I am a prudent steward of public resources and actively consider the impact of my
decisions on the financial and social stability of the City and its residents.
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