Kitimat council reaffirms code of conduct as provincial changes loom

Kitimat council has unanimously agreed to reaffirm its code of conduct while awaiting provincial changes that could establish standardized rules for investigating misconduct complaints involving municipal officials. Mayor and council members will sign a new statement committing themselves to the principles of integrity, respect, accountability, and leadership and collaboration. “This council has been very proactive in terms of its code of conduct,” said Counsellor Gerry Leibel, referring to the signed policy now displayed in council chambers. “Let’s get out ahead of the storm and make the changes.” That storm is the province’s proposed changes to the Community Charter through Bill 17 that would introduce a standardized municipal code of conduct, consistent complaint and investigation procedures, independent third-party investigators and public reporting requirements.

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