The proposed changes would

have expanded the number of employees to file financial disclosure reports,

and provided more specific definitions regarding gifts and prohibited

sources.

Additionally, the resolution

would have included board appointees and non-employees doing work on behalf

of the county, and revised the composition of the County's Ethics Board.

"While the changes I had

proposed would have looked out for the interest of the taxpayer more,

much of the code would have remained the same," said Commissioner

Darnell.

"However, I believe this

legislation was needed to better establish guidelines for ethical conduct

and to tell the public we will not use our offices for personal gain."

The resolution was first presented

at the Board's February 19 meeting. It was revised following a March 26

Board work session.