FROM:
Administrative Services
SUBJECT:
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Establish a decorum policy for City meetings and City facilities to create a safe and effective environment in which members of the public can participate and recreate
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RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
• Adopt the Policy for the Use of City Facilities and Other Public Property
• Adopt the City Council Meeting Policy
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COUNCIL GOALS:
• Operate in a businesslike manner by creating a memorable customer experience with every interaction.
• Increase citizen involvement by seeking community input
DISCUSSION:
Staff recommends adopting a formal Decorum Policy. This policy aims to ensure productive, respectful, and efficient proceedings during council meetings, fostering an environment conducive to open dialogue and effective decision-making. City Council meetings serve as a vital platform for community engagement, where matters of public interest are discussed, and decisions are made. City Facilities are provided for the use by all residents of Fontana and we seek to ensure these facilities remain safe places where residents can recreate.
The adoption of a Decorum Policy for City Council Meetings and City Facilities is essential to maintain the integrity of proceedings and uphold the values of respectful discourse, inclusivity, and effective governance. By establishing a formal framework, the City Council can ensure that meetings remain focused on the matters at hand and that all participants can engage in a productive and respectful manner.
FISCAL IMPACT:
These policies have no fiscal impact
MOTION:
A motion to adopt staff’s recommendation