Access to certain technical resources; including, but not limited to,
computers, software, network applications, internet, e-mail and other technology-based
service, has been provided to certain public officials and staff for the benefit
of the Village of Phoenix and its residents. It allows Village officials and
staff to connect to information resources with the Village administration,
the state, the country and the world. Every public official and staff member
has the responsibility to use such technology in a professional manner and
consistent with his or her elected and appointed responsibilities. The purpose
of such advanced communications technology is to assist public officials and
staff members in presenting a more efficient and advanced level of government
services to the Village.
Individual users of the Village computer network, internet and other
technical resources are responsible for their behavior and communications
in the use of such technology. Users shall comply with the Village policy
and procedure contained in this chapter. "Users" are defined as individuals
who are public officials or Village staff members authorized by the Mayor
and Board of Trustees to use and conduct business over Village technical resources.
The following is not permitted:
A. Sending, retrieving, displaying or printing offensive
messages.
B. Using obscene language or engaging in use of the network
for obscene purposes or activities. "Obscene activities" shall be defined
as violation of generally accepted social standards for the use of a publicly
owned and operated communications vehicle.
C. Harassing, insulting or attacking others,
D. Damaging computers, computer systems or computer networks.
E. Violating copyright laws.
F. Using or changing other's password.
G. Trespassing in other's folders, work or files.
H. Accessing resources not related to the user's department
or work without permission.
I. Intentionally wasting limited resources.
J. Employing the network for commercial or personal purposes.
K. Using or damaging the network for any purpose which violates
federal, state or local laws.
The internet should not be used for personal gain or advancement of
individual views. Solicitation of non-Village business or any use of the internet
for personal gain is strictly prohibited. Use of the internet must not disrupt
the operation of the Village network or the networks of other users. It must
not interfere with Village staff productivity.
To prevent a computer virus from being transmitted through the system,
there will be no unauthorized downloading of any software. All software downloads
will be done through the systems administrator or someone authorized to do
so by the systems administrator.
If any provisions of this chapter are held to be unconstitutional or
otherwise invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions
of the chapter shall remain in effect.
This chapter shall become effective immediately upon filing with the
Secretary of State.