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City Council Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020 wants to know why it is not required? Mr. Lumbreras mentioned that city employees are given the opportunity to report violations. Mr. Lumbreras stated ethics training is provided to city employees every two years and he would recommend annual trainings. Mr. Lumbreras stated he would like to know about an ethics violation with city employees and ensure the City Manager is informed of the investigation and the conclusion regarding a city employee. Council Member Garza inquired about the requirement in Section G, that states a complaint alleging a violation within the commission's jurisdiction must be filed with the city attorney's office within six (6) months of the Complainant becoming aware of the act or omission that constitutes a violation of this Code. She asked where that time frame came from? Ms. Annie Teehan, Ethics Review Member, noted Denton had a time frame in their ordinance and most cities had a time required and that is why it is in this Ordinance amendment. After discussion, Council provided consensus to change the time frame from 6 months to one year. Council deliberated and provided consensus to move forward with adding a second sentence to section (d) "any subsequent evidence including documents or witnesses that come to the complainant's knowledge must also be filed in a sworn statement" and with the amendments presented. Mr. Lumbreras noted that he will be seeking clarification regarding employees at a later date. IV. Adjournment. A motion was made by Council Member Baker, seconded by Council Member Derrick, to adjourn the regular meeting of the City council on Tuesday, December 2, 2020 at 9:26 p.m. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Derrick, Mayor Hughson, Marquez, Council Member Baker, Council Member Gonzales, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Scott and Council Member Garza Against: 0 � / ' C4� m A�� k, InterCt Clerk ne HughM a oray Ko City of San Marcos Page 13