A. The purpose of this chapter is to set reasonable standards of conduct for borough officials so that the public may be assured that its trust in such persons is well placed and that the borough officials are aware of what is expected of them.

B. Because Haines is a small community, with a limited number to serve in an official capacity, it is not the intent of this chapter to set unreasonable barriers that will serve only to deter aspirants from public service.

C. This chapter also defines conflict of interest and partiality, the standards stating when and to whom it applies, and the procedures for declaration and the proper action of the body when possible conflicts and partiality arise.

D. This chapter is also intended to establish a process which will ensure that complaints or inquiries regarding the conduct of borough officials are resolved in the shortest practicable time in order to protect the rights of all parties.

E. The borough assembly intends this code to be interpreted to promote fair, honest, and impartial dealings with members of the public, to ensure proper use of borough resources, and to avoid conflicts of interest. (Ord. 17-10-481 § 4)