HomeMy WebLinkAbout9/17/2024 Item 6d, Hermann and Harnett - Staff Agenda CorrespondenceCity of San Luis Obispo, Council Memorandum
City of San Luis Obispo
Council Agenda Correspondence
DATE: September 17, 2024
TO: Mayor and Council
FROM: Greg Hermann, Interim Assistant City Manager
Prepared By: Natalie Harnett, Policy and Project Manager
VIA: Whitney McDonald, City Manager
SUBJECT: ITEM 6D. AMEND THE COUNCIL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
MANUAL TO INCLUDE A SECTION REGARDING INTERNS/
VOLUNTEERS
Staff received a question on whether Council volunteers are required to fill out the City’s
standard volunteer application forms. Although there is no application form specific to
Council volunteers/interns, all volunteers, including unpaid interns, must fill out the City
Affiliate Registration and Waiver prior to volunteering. Staff recommend adding a
sentence to the policy to clarify that Council interns are subject to this as well. The current
City Affiliate and Registration and Waiver form is included for reference as “Attachment
A” to this agenda correspondence.
Revised Language (added language in italics)
2.5.6 Council Volunteers
Council members may use interns/volunteers to help with various tasks related to council
activities, including but not limited to research, constituent outreach, and administrative
support. Interns/volunteers should not be used for any campaign related activities.
Council members have the discretion to show appreciation to their volunteers through
letters of recommendation, gift cards, or through other means of supporting their
professional development. Any City funds spent on intern/volunteer support will be funded
through the council member’s allocated professional development budget. All Council
interns/volunteers are required to fill out the City Affiliate Registration and Waiver Form.
Item 6d - Agenda Correspondence - ATTACHMENT A