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conviction cannot be the sole reason to not employ someone. He gave as an example, embezzlement when hiring an auditor or someone for budget, which would be a valid reason not to employ. Chairman Eggert inquired who would be conducting these background searches, and Administrator Chandler advised that DBT, a computer service in Emergency Management, will do the search only when he authorized it in writing to the Emergency Management Director. The computer check will be conducted, the information provided to Administrator Chandler, and he will carry it forward as necessary from that point. ON MOTION by Commissioner Macht, SECONDED BY Commissioner Tippin, the Board unanimously approved the proposed background and security investigation with the changes suggested today. 10.B. PROPOSED POLICY — FORMER EMPLOYEES Administrator Chandler reviewed a Memorandum dated October 21, 1997: TO: Board of County Commissioners DATE: October 21, 1997 SUBJECT: Proposed Policy - Former Employees FROM: James E. Chandler5.1e- Coun Administrato�� In response to the Board's request, attached is the policy for Palm Beach County regarding former employees and limitations with respect to doing business with the County. This policy may serve as a guide to formulating a policy specific to our county. The policy in essence limits various former employees from representing anyone other than the County or another public entity in matters relating to the County for a time frame of six (6) months to two (2) years depending on the former employee's position. Some exemptions such as personnel or ministerial matters are provided. However, based on the general Board discussions, the exemption reflected in Section 2-145(e) would not be included. This section in the Palm Beach ordinance permits former employees to receive compensation if employed by a consultant under contract with the County. In my opinion the policy should only be applicable to top management and certain professional positions, similar to the Palm Beach ordinance. The specific positions would be 53 OCTOBER 28, 1997 cs BOOK NJ,