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Capitola council adopts revised code of conduct after debate on complaint handling and mediation

City Council · October 24, 2025
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Summary

The Capitola City Council on Oct. 23 adopted an updated code of conduct covering council and commission members. Revisions clarified permitted use of city letterhead, streamlined complaint intake and added an optional mediation step; the council approved the revised policy by roll-call vote.

The Capitola City Council adopted a revised code of conduct on Oct. 23 that updates rules for elected members and boards and clarifies the city’s process for handling complaints about member behavior.

Key changes included more explicit language limiting use of official city letterhead to city business; a streamlined complaint intake process that directs complaints to…

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