May 20, 2019 •
Richmond City Council Passes Revolving Door Ordinance
The Richmond City Council unanimously passed Ordinance No. 2019-115 prohibiting lobbying after employment. Ordinance No. 2019-115 defines “officer or employee” as members of the city council, city officers and employees, and individuals who receive monetary compensation for service on or […]
The Richmond City Council unanimously passed Ordinance No. 2019-115 prohibiting lobbying after employment.
Ordinance No. 2019-115 defines “officer or employee” as members of the city council, city officers and employees, and individuals who receive monetary compensation for service on or employment by agencies, boards, authorities, sanitary districts, commissions, committees, and task forces appointed by the city council.
Former officers and employees may not represent a client for compensation for one year following their term in office.
Matters of any nature involving any agency, department, or an office of the city government the former officer or employee served immediately prior to the termination of employment or service are prohibited.
The revolving door ordinance is effective July 1.
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