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X. Collector Powers and Duties Parenthetical numbers in the text refer to sections of the current Revised Statutes of Missouri, abbreviated as RSMo. Considerations
There are a number of options regarding the city collector.
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XIII. Bids and the Bidding Process Parenthetical numbers in the text refer to sections of the current Revised Statutes of Missouri, abbreviated as RSMo. The legal requirements
A city can decide for itself at what dollar-level bids must be taken. This decision should be by official board resolution.
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XVI. Conflict of Interest Parenthetical numbers in the text refer to sections of the current Revised Statutes of Missouri, abbreviated as RSMo. What the law says
The conflict of interest law provides that officials will not do business with themselves (105.450-.466).
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Oath of office
Article VII Public Officers Section 11, RSMo. Aug. 28, 2006. Before taking office, all civil and military officers in this state shall take and subscribe an oath or affirmation to support the Constitution of the United States and of this state, and to demean themselves faithfully in office.
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V. City Clerk Powers and Duties Selection and appointment
Most city clerks are appointed. However, in the past, many clerks were elected to the position. There are two main reasons for the change: residency and politics.
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VIII. Municipal Court Parenthetical numbers in the text refer to sections of the current Revised Statutes of Missouri, abbreviated as RSMo. The options
The city may choose where and before whom city ordinance violations will be tried.
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More on open meetings
The website of Missouri's Office of the Attorney General provides detailed explanations of the state's Sunshine Law. Online at ago.mo.gov/sunshinelaw.
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XIV. Personnel and Records Parenthetical numbers in the text refer to sections of the current Revised Statutes of Missouri, abbreviated as RSMo. Cities are employers
Many cities do not think of themselves as employers requiring personnel policies — most have few employees and somewhat informal work arrangements.
Ants
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XVII. Bond Issues Parenthetical numbers in the text refer to sections of the current Revised Statutes of Missouri, abbreviated as RSMo. What are bonds?
When the city needs long-term financing, it may issue a bond to raise funds. There are two types of bonds: general obligation and revenue.
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