HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES 4085CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
RESOLUTION NO. 4085
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING AN
AMENDED FAIR PRACTICES POLICY IN ORDER TO ESTABLISH A PLAN APPROVED
BY THE WASHINGTON STATE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION.
WHEREAS, the City of Renton has heretofore established a Fair Practices Policy; and
WHEREAS, it is deemed necessary and in the public interest to amend such policy in
order to establish a plan approved by the Washington State Human Rights Commission; and
WHEREAS, it is advisable to adopt such a policy, as amended;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DOES
RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I. The above recitals are found to be true and correct in all respects.
SECTION II. The City's amended Fair Practices Policy, a summary of which is attached
hereto, labeled Exhibit "A" and made a part hereof as if fully set forth, is hereby adopted and
established as the City of Renton's Fair Practices Policy.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 7th day of March , 2011.
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Bonnie I. Walton, City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this 7th day of March , 2011.
Denis Law, Mayor
RESOLUTION NO. 4085
Approved as to form:
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Lawrence J. Warren, City Attorney
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" A" EXHIBIT "A
CITY OF RENTON
SUMMARY OF FAIR PRACTICES POLICY
ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION NO. 4085
It is the policy of the City of Renton to promote and provide equal treatment and service
to all citizens and to ensure equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard
to their race; religion/creed; national origin; ancestry; sex; age over 40; sexual orientation
or gender identity; pregnancy; HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C status; use of a guide dog/service
animal; marital status; parental/family status; military status; or veteran's status, or the
presence of a physical, sensory, or mental disability, when the City of Renton can
reasonably accommodate the disability, of employees and applicants for employment
and fair, non-discriminatory treatment to all citizens. All departments of the City of
Renton shall adhere to the following guidelines:
(1) EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES - The City of Renton will ensure all employment
related activities included recruitment, selection, promotion, demotion,
training, retention and separation are conducted in a manner which is
based on job-related criteria which does not discriminate against women,
minorities and other protected classes. Human resources decisions will be
in accordance with individual performance, staffing requirements,
governing civil service rules, and labor contract agreements.
(2) COOPERATION WITH HUMAN RIGHTS ORGANIZATIONS - The City of
Renton will cooperate fully with all organizations and commissions
organized to promote fair practices and equal opportunity in employment.
(3) CONTRACTORS' OBLIGATIONS - Contractors, sub-contractors, consultants
and suppliers conducting business with the City of Renton shall affirm and
subscribe to the Fair Practices and Non-discrimination policies set forth by
the law and by City policy.
Copies of this policy shall be distributed to all City employees, shall appear in all
operational documentation of the City, including bid calls, and shall be prominently
displayed in appropriate city facilities.
CONCURRED IN by the City Council of the City of Renton, Washington, this 7_th day of
March t 2011 .
CITYfShRENTON A RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Denis Law, Mayor Council President
Attest:
Bonnie I. Walton, City Clerk