LHA Code of Ethics.pdf

The document is a Code of Ethics for the Lowell Housing Authority (LHA), dated December 2013, establishing ethical standards for all board members, officials, agents, employees, and professional consultants. The code comprehensively outlines prohibited conduct, including restrictions on financial interests in contracts, accepting gifts or compensation, and engaging in business transactions with the housing authority or its affiliated parties.

Key ethical guidelines include prohibitions against contracting with immediate family members without prior written consent from state ethics and housing development departments, restrictions on soliciting or accepting cash, gifts, or compensation from residents or authority-related entities, and specific procurement conduct requirements. Employees found in violation of these standards will face disciplinary action as determined by the Executive Director, with the document requiring annual review and acknowledgment by all employees, who must sign and have a copy placed in their personnel file.