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The City and County of Honolulu has standards of conduct to which city employees and elected and appointed officials must adhere. A violation of standards can lead to serious consequences such as demotion, probation and removal. Standards of ethical conduct exist to the end that the public may justifiably have trust and confidence in the integrity of government. These public agents hold their positions for the benefit of the public. Public interest is their primary concern, and they shall faithfully discharge the duties of their offices regardless of personal considerations.
How is it, then, that a salary commission, appointed by the mayor and City Council, has the authority to give an exorbitant salary increase to those who appointed them? Personal considerations, such as inordinate raises, are for the benefit of the individual. Public interest is no longer a primary concern and city government is not to be trusted.
Elena Jones
Pearl City
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