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Chester council passes first reading of stricter Code of Ethics with monthly disclosures
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The City of Chester’s council approved a first reading of a new Code of Ethics that requires officials to disclose gifts monthly and pledges standards beyond state law; the measure will return for a required second reading before final adoption.
The City of Chester City Council on March 25 approved the first reading of an ordinance that would create a new Code of Ethics requiring more frequent and detailed disclosures from elected officials and employees. Councilors voted to advance Bill 1 on a voice roll call after a period of public comment and endorsements.
Vijay Kapoor, the city receiver, urged passage and described the ordinance as setting the city “up to a higher standard” than state law, praising the…
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