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June 27~ 1972 development of urban renewal in Portsmouth came into being during his tenure, and the City's boundaries were extended through two annexations, all of which Councilman Smith supported enthusiastically. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Portsmouth, that we re- cognize officially the distinguished and dedicated service rendered by Councilman Smith to his native City, and by means of this resolution call attention of our citizens to the impact of his efforts in their behalf. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution be made a part of the permanent records of this City and a certified copy be presented to Councilman Smith, attesting to the appreciatio~ of this Council for his contributions during many years of honorableservice.' " 72-270 - Councilman R. Irvine Smith presented the following creed to the other members of City Council: "A Councilman's Creed As a Member of my city's Governing Body and vitally interested in more efficient municipal government, I hereby resolve to: Support the Constitution of the United States of America and the Constitution of my State. II. Uphold the laws of the United States of America and those of my State. [II. First concern myself with the advancement of the public interest in all matters that come before me. IV. Endeavor, through diligent attendance, to represent my constituency as I have been elected to do. Seek to assimilate all pertinent information on matters before the Governing Body prior to committing myself to an irrevocable judgment or decision. VI. Abstain from participation in a decision of the Council where a possible conflict of interest may occur. VII. Strive to provide fiscally-sound policies, matching expenditures to funds budgeted. VIII. Not make aYailable to any one citizen any services, tangible or intangible, that are not equally available under the law to any other citizen. IX. Avoid unilateral action that does not comply with existing Council policy. Work with the City Manager through the Council structure, not on an individual Councilman-Manager basis. ×I. In my contacts with other persons and groups, conduct myself in keeping with the trust and dignity reposing in my position as a servant of the people and my City. I shall further take care to guard not only the factual principles but also the appearances of justice and integrity. of XII. Prepare myself for all items scheduled for presentation to the Council. XIII. Refuse personal gifts in every instance where I have reason to believe the gift would not have been extended to me except for my official position, where I have reason to believe the giver's interests are likely to be affected by my official actions, or where the gift is or may reasonably be considered to be~desgined to influence my official actions. XIV. Place the competence and effectiveness of service to the public above all interests of persons, factions, or parties." (Adapted from a resolution passed by the City Council of Overland Park, Kansas) UNFINISHED BUSINESS 72-216 The following ordinance approved taken up and read: "ZONING AMENDMENT ORDINANCE Z 72-26- Motion of Mr. Turner and seconded by Mr. by the following vote: Ayes: Holley, Johnson, King, Nays: None 72-216 The following ordinance approved at 1972, was taken up and read: "ZONING AMENDMENT ORDINANCE Z 72-27' at the Public Hearing meeting, ha!dtan~Jun~ 12 Irvine Smith, the ordinance was adopted~ and Irvine Smith, Raymond Smith, Turner, Barnes the Public Hearing meeting, held on June 12