Reaffirm employee free speech rights under existing city law
In Plain English
Richmond Municipal Code already protects city employees' right to express personal opinions outside of work. The city council wants to formally restate this policy. This clarifies that city workers can speak publicly on issues without fear of job retaliation, as long as they don't claim to represent the city.
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Votes
Reaffirm and enforce Section C of Richmond Municipal Code 2.40.030 and direct staff to come back with amended ordinance including language about personnel rules that still need to be adhered to
5 to 0
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