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Code of Civility
If your governing board feels it needs a Code of Civility (Conduct), here is one that might work. (3 pages)
Code of Civility - Articles
Here are three articles that should be read by those who have an interest in finding ways to ensure that their governing board members act in a civilized way. Although the articles were written with City Councils in mind, it's easy to make a comparison to Neighborhood Council boards. (9 pages)
Congress of Neighborhoods Registration Packet
To obtain a hard copy of registration materials, click here. To REGISTER ONLINE, click the "Empowerment Academy" link to the left.
Acceptance of Gifts and Donations by Neighborhood Councils
The City Ethics Commission is seeking input from neighborhood councils on possible options to increase disclosure when gifts and donations are accepted by Neighborhood Councils and City agencies. The City Ethic's Commission is happy to take comments via regular post mail, e-mail, or in person during their meeting. The City Ethic's Commission will continue its discussion on this matter at its meeting of November 4, at 9:30 a.m. in Room 1050.
Neighborhood Council Funding Program: Frequently Asked Questions
This provides answers to the questions most often asked about the Funding Program. We will update this with additional answers as new questions are asked. (6 pages 10-1-03)
2004-2005 Mayor's Budget Process (MBP) Packet Part 1
Click here to download Part 1 of the packet and materials needed to receive a password to input the top 5 budget priorities for Neighborhood Councils.
2004-2005 Mayor's Budget Process (MBP) Packet Part 2
Click here to download Part 2 of the packet and materials needed to receive a password to input the top 5 budget priorities for Neighborhood Councils
Draft Guidelines for NC Office Space
View the status of the propose procedures for how NCs can lease or acquire office space. We want your input. (Updated 10/22/)3)
Summary of Bylaws
This report summarizes four important parts of the bylaws of each Neighborhood Council that has been certified -- how they define "stakeholder", governing board structure, how they make decisions, and their grievance procedure. (53 pages) (Updated 8-14-03)
Election Policy Report
This report is self-explantory. Input is invited on a list of possible election procedures that might be adopted by the Board of Neighborhood Commissioners. (9 pages.)
Accomplishments of Neighborhood Councils
Click here to view a list of Neighborhood Council accomplishments of which we can all be proud. (10 pages) (Update 7-7-03)
Community Re-naming Policy
Here you will find the report from the Chief Legislative Analyst that proposes a citywide policy on the re-naming of neighborhoods. The Education and Neighborhoods Committee is anxious to know your thoughts. You may fax your input to Darrell Powell at (213) 620-9869, or by e-mail to dpowell@cla.lacity.org. (8 pages)
Early Notification System Report
View the Department's report to the Education and Neighborhoods Committee dated June 17, 2003, plus the Commitee's adoption of DONE's recommendations on how to enhance the ENS sytem. (Updated 10-22-03)
Supplemental Board Report Regarding Amendment to DONE Conflict of Interest Code
Supplemental staff report regarding implementation and training of Neighborhood Councils regarding the DONE Conflict of Interest Code and ethics issues.
Certification Status Report
Neighborhood Councils Certification Status Report. Updated (11-3-03)
Conflict of Interest Code Amendment
Please click above to see the staff report . It explains the history, discussion, and recommendation of the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment staff regarding the proposed Conflict of Interest Code. DONE has worked hard to simplify the ethics issues, and we believe this proposed policy will make the process easier and less time consuming for Neighborhood Council leaders.
Roster of Neighborhood Councils
The best single place for information about each forming and certified Neighborhood Council -- leaders, contact information, meeting times, boundaries, important dates, etc. (Updated 10-3-03) (75 pages.)

Last Updated: 11/05/2003 10:10:44 AM