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Code of Ethics
for Members of the Guardian Association of Pinellas County
As a member of the Guardian Association of Pinellas County, I shall:
- Act with integrity
- Avoid behavior that reflects adversely on GAPC or its members
- Deal fairly with others and treat them with respect
- Abide by the ethical standards of my profession
- Use my experience and talents to serve the Association
- Engage in conflict resolution if a conflict arises
Code of Conduct
for Board Members of the Guardian Association of Pinellas County
Board Members of Guardian Association of Pinellas County (GAPC) serve in a variety of roles within the organization, including but not limited to:
- Collectively managing GAPC’s business affairs with an emphasis on developing and implementing policies and practices that are ethically sound and fair to all stakeholders.
- Acting on behalf of and for GAPC and carrying out all legal and fiduciary responsibilities subject to the limitations and requirements of law, the articles of incorporation and GAPC by-laws.
- Managing oneself in a manner that is consistent with GAPC’s goals and serving as a role model to members by professionally conducting GAPC business in a transparent, orderly, and ethical fashion.
As a GAPC Board Member, I agree to:
- Work collectively with the board to advocate for GAPC and its mission, wherever and whenever the opportunity presents itself within my personal and professional network.
- Conduct Board duties in a manner that is inclusive and supports creative interaction among members while avoiding divisive conduct that stifles dissenting or alternative views.
- Keep board matters private and within the GAPC board and avoid discussing board business or decisions with board members outside of GAPC board functions.
- Refrain from discussing board business and resulting decisions with non-board members unless authorized and agreed upon by the board.
- Respect the confidentiality of information, especially personal information which may be revealed during board business.
- Maintain a united front with non-board members regarding board decisions even if one’s own view is a dissenting or minority opinion.
- Disclose my involvement with other organizations, businesses, or individuals where such a relationship presents a conflict of interest or could be viewed as a conflict of interest.
- Exercise the duties and responsibilities of my position(s) with integrity, collegiality, and care.
- Make attending all board and committee meetings a high priority, including attending virtual meetings with both voice and video capability.
- Be prepared to discuss the issues and business on the agenda, having read all background material relevant to the topics at hand.
- Cooperate with and respect the opinions of fellow board members, keep personal prejudices out of all board discussions and support Board actions, even if I did not personally support such action.
- Put GAPC’s interest above personal or professional interests.
- Represent GAPC in a positive and supportive manner.
- Show respect and act in a civil manner to all board members and GAPC members.
- Refrain from intruding on administrative issues that are the responsibility of management, except to monitor the results and ensure that procedures are consistent with board policy.
- Observe established lines of communication and directing requests for information or assistance to the executive director.