ETHICS COMMISSION
The Ethics Commission is authorized by Chapter 88 of the Dorchester County Code. Appointments are non-district appointed by each Council Member.
Membership
The Commission consists of 5 members, one appointed by each Council Member
Term
4 years (term shall coincide with term of County Council)
Meetings
Once per year, special meetings are called if there is a complaint
Stipend
None
Duties
Devise, receive and maintain all forms required by Chapter 88; Develop procedures and policies for advisory opinion requests and provide published advisory opinions to persons subject to this chapter regarding the applicability of the provisions of this chapter to them; Develop procedures and policies for the processing of complaints to make appropriate determinations regarding complaints filed by any person alleging violations of this chapter; Conduct a public information program regarding the purpose and application of this chapter
Commission Members
Phoenix Spicer (District 1)
George Ames (District 2) Chairman
Vacant (District 3)
Margaret Whitten (District 4)
Brian Baumgartner (District 5)