City of Columbus

Because public office or employment is a public trust, and representatives of government have an obligation to revere the laws, promote the public wellbeing, and set a positive example of good citizenship by scrupulously observing the letter and spirit of all laws and administrative rules, this policy is being set forth to ensure public officials and employees of the City of Columbus are fully informed of their accountability to the public in all matters relating to the operation of government in accordance with State and City statutes, laws, or codes.