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All of you are aware of recent investigations and resulting disciplinary actions taken within the division due to instances of inappropriate workplace behavior. It is disappointing that this type of behavior continues within the division even with the efforts and training which division staff have received on the subject. It is critical for each of us as supervisors and managers to clearly understand the divisions work place behavior expectations and to show our support for these expectations through our own actions. Further it is required of each of us to monitor and correct the inappropriate actions or behaviors of staff we supervise or encounter through appropriate coaching or when necessary appropriate disciplinary action. The attached memo reiterating workplace behavior expectations will soon be sent to all Maintenance Division Employees. This memo and the expectations defined within are essentially the same as those communicated in a memo four years ago by then Maintenance Director, Bob Hammitt. While these expectations should not be anything new to us we each should take the time to ensure we are intimately familiar with each. The expectations for the managers and supervisors within the division go beyond that expected of the line employees. Each of us are to be held responsible for the following: ♦ We must understand and be able to explain the City's anti - harassment policy. In addition, we must be able to describe appropriate workplace behavior and be able to identify and inappropriate behavior we see. We must be open and willing to discuss questions and concerns about appropriate behaviors raised by those employees we supervise. • We must model appropriate behaviors at all times. We are to treat each individual in this organization with respect, dignity and without preference. Inappropriate favoritism will not be tolerated by or from any of us. • We must monitor and observe the work environment around us on an ongoing basis and ensure that inappropriate behaviors or activities are not occurring. Each z of us must clearly articulate the City's anti - harassment policy and workplace behavior expectations to our lead workers and explain their responsibility to help you, their supervisor, monitor the work environment. • It is expected that we will each hold ourselves accountable for our own behavior and to hold those who report to us accountable for theirs. If we observe inappropriate behavior, it is expected that we will promptly intervene and take appropriate action.