§ 2-224. Confidential information.

(a)

Improper access. A city official or employee shall not use his or her position to secure official information about any person or entity for any purpose other than the performance of official responsibilities.

(b)

Improper disclosure or use. A city official or employee shall not disclose confidential government information or use such information to further or impede anyone's personal interests. This rule does not prohibit:

(1)

Any disclosure or use that is authorized by law;

(2)

The confidential reporting of illegal or unethical conduct to authorities designated by law.

(Ord. No. 06-22, § 1(part B, § 4), 9-5-2006)