San Francisco Ethics Commission

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The agenda for the regular monthly meeting of the Ethics Commission to be held on Friday, December 8 is posted:

Agenda – December 8, 2023 Participate via WebEx or watch live on SFGovTV

Agenda for the Ethics Commission's November 9 meeting:

Agenda – November 9, 2023 Participate via WebEx or watch live on SFGovTV

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The agenda for the regular October meeting of the San Francisco Ethics Commission is posted:

Agenda — October 13, 2023 Participate via WebEx or watch live on SFGovTV

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Have you brushed up on the conflict of interest laws lately? You can do so here: https://sfethics.org/laws/conflict-of-interest

The agenda for the September 8 regular meeting of the Ethics Commission has been posted:

Agenda — September 8, 2023 Participate via WebEx or watch live on SFGovTV

Work with us! Now hiring for three positions: https://sfethics.org/commission/jobs-and-internships

Officials' commitment to governmental ethics doesn't end when they leave their position. Check out our new video to learn more:

I'm leaving my position - What do I need to know?

Ethics Commission Votes to Place Ethics Reform Package on March 2024 Ballot: Read more:

Ethics Commission Votes to Place Ethics Reform Package on March 2024 Ballot FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, August 23, 2023 Contact: Michael Canning at [email protected] or (415) 252-3100 The Ethics Commission’s proposed ordinance would limit the flow of restrict…

Come work with us! We’re hiring a Junior Management Assistant to the Form 700 program. Learn more and/or apply here:

1840-Junior Management Assistant Company Description: Salary Range: $78,858 to $95,888 Position Status: Full-Time  Appointment Type: Exempt (This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer. The duration of the appoi...

https://sfethics.org/ethics/2023/08/enforcement-update-ethics-commission-approves-settlements-in-two-separate-cases.htmlAt its regular monthly meeting on Friday August 18, 2023, the San Francisco Ethics Commission approved two separate settlement agreements that levied a total of $35,525 in penalties against five respondents for violations of conflict of interest, personal financial reporting, lobbyist, and campaign finance laws.

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The August Ethics Commission meeting is live - tune in here:

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Want to help improve government transparency & accountability? We’re hiring to support the economic disclosures (Form 700) program. Learn more and/or apply here:

1840-Junior Management Assistant Company Description: Salary Range: $78,858 to $95,888 Position Status: Full-Time  Appointment Type: Exempt (This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer. The duration of the appoi...

No determinations regarding the public financing of '24 candidates, including the disbursement of public funds, have been made & any claims of qualification or approval at this time are inaccurate. The window to apply for public financing for the '24 elections will begin 2/5/24.

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Behested Payments: An Overview Learn more about Behested Payments here: https://sfethics.org/guidance/city-officers/behested-payments

The agenda for the August Ethics Commission meeting is up! https://sfethics.org/ethics/2023/08/agenda-august-18-2023.html

Come work with us! We’re hiring a Junior Management Assistant to the Form 700 program. Learn more and/or apply here:

1840-Junior Management Assistant Company Description: Salary Range: $78,858 to $95,888 Position Status: Full-Time  Appointment Type: Exempt (This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer. The duration of the appoi...

The agenda for the July 14 regular meeting of the San Francisco Ethics Commission is up.

Agenda – July 14, 2023 Participate via WebEx or watch live on SFGovTV

City positions are the public's - not personal - benefit. Watch our new video on the Misuse of City positions here:

The Improper Use of City Positions - A Short Overview Learn about the right - and wrong - ways City positions may be used.

Why are there rules about gifts for City officials? Watch here!

An Introduction to Gift Rules

Learn more about the Misuse of City positions from our new video here:

The Improper Use of City Positions

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Visit the Ethics Commission in person or online for guidance: https://sfethics.org/contact-us

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The video from the May special meeting is now posted!

May 19, 2023 Special Ethics Commission Meeting

Check out the agenda for tomorrow's special meeting of the San Francisco Ethics Commission here:

Agenda — May 19, 2023 Participate via WebEx or watch live on SFGovTV

We like to use as an excuse to refresh our knowledge on the ethical laws that apply to City officials. View them here:

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