As stewards of the public’s assets we, the Commission and employees of Benton PUD, have the high duty and responsibility to assure that our actions and deeds are consistent with the trust placed in us.

To further these objectives we agree to adhere to legal, moral and professional standards of conduct in the fulfillment of our responsibilities.

This ethical code is designed to uphold our values and enhance the performance of all persons engaged in the business of the District.

Personal and Professional Integrity

›	We abide by approved professional practices and standards and act in accordance with the law.
›	We demonstrate our values of mutual respect, forward focus, integrity, teamwork, and excellence.
›	We respect the rights, responsibilities and integrity of our customers, colleagues, and public officials with whom we work and associate.

Responsibilities to our Customers and Community

›	We fully dedicate our skills and energy to provide value to our customers.
›	We abide by the laws, regulations, and governmental standards to protect the public and the environment.

Responsibilities as Employees

›	We promote equal employment opportunities and oppose any discrimination, harassment, and other unlawful practices.
›	We value the contributions of every employee and treat each individual with respect.
›	We maintain a work environment free from pressures that would encourage departure from ethical behavior or acceptable standards of conduct.
›	We encourage good faith questioning of our practices and provide a structure within which we report unethical behavior or unacceptable standards of conduct free from retaliation.
›	We maintain a work environment that enhances the safety of our employees and customers.
›	We maintain confidentiality when required and limit the disclosure to lawful or generally accepted practices.

Business Responsibilities

›	We openly provide information to our constituents, allowing them to measure the effectiveness of our performance.
›	We ensure financial reports and records are an accurate reflection of the transactions of the District in accordance with generally accepted standards.
›	We exercise prudence and integrity in the management of funds in our custody.
›	We adhere to all laws applicable to public agencies and exercise good stewardship of public assets.
›	We are responsive to public information requests and our Commission meetings are open to the public with opportunities for input.

Conflict of Interest

›	We refrain from engaging in any outside matters of financial or personal interest incompatible with the impartial, objective, and effective performance of our duties.
›	We do not seek or accept favors or items resulting in personal gain, which would influence or appear to influence the conduct of our official duties.
›	We do not use District property or resources for personal or political gain.