By Kyle Daly | InMaricopa.com
Maricopa Mayor Christian Price formed a task force in January that devised a code of ethics for the council. The code was adopted Tuesday. Kyle Daly photo
The city council unanimously approved the adoption of an ethics code Tuesday that all current and newly elected council members must adhere to during their time in office.
A Phoenix attorney hired to investigate complaints of misconduct against a former council member suggested the creation of the code more than a year ago. Mayor Christian Price formed a task force in January that hashed out the code’s specifics.
“The citizens have expectations. We have expectations of our fellow council members,” said councilwoman Peggy Chapados after Tuesday’s council meeting. “So going through the process of developing this code was not only necessary, it equates to transparency and accountability.”
