HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES - 05222012 - C.21RECOMMENDATION(S):
ADOPT Resolution No. 2012/226 recognizing the Choose Civility Initiative as recommended by Supervisor Piepho.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
BACKGROUND:
Joseph Ovick, Ed.D., Superintendent of Schools for Contra Costa County, is currently inviting the Board of
Supervisors, city councils, PTAs, and the business community throughout Contra Costa County to participate in his
initiative of "Choosing Civility".
Dr. Ovick arrived at the decision that this initiative is important and especially needed at this time when he realized
that in today’s world there are very few public figures that demonstrate civility, whether it be on television, the radio,
or other forms of media. Civility is a core value of a well-functioning community, and quality of life depends on how
people treat each other.
The initiative is inspired by the work of Dr. Forni, the author of “Choosing Civility: The 25 Rules of Considerate
Conduct.” Dr. Forni is a professor of ethics at Johns Hopkins University. Through a broad-based collaborative effort,
Dr. Ovick's goal is to transform Dr. Forni’s concepts into a workable, meaningful plan that can be integrated into the
culture of our schools, government, businesses, organizations, neighborhoods, and families throughout our greater
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 05/22/2012 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I
Supervisor
Mary N. Piepho, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
ABSENT:Gayle B. Uilkema, District II
Supervisor
Contact: Jen Quallick 925-252-4500
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the
Board of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: May 22, 2012
David Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: STACEY M. BOYD, Deputy
cc:
C.21
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Mary N. Piepho, District III Supervisor
Date:May 22, 2012
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:In Recognition of Choose Civility Initiative
Contra Costa County.
The 25 Rules of Considerate Conduct are:
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
Pay attention1.
Acknowledge others2.
Think the best3.
.Listen4.
Be inclusive5.
Speak kindly6.
Don’t speak ill7.
Accept and give praise8.
Respect even a subtle “no”9.
Respect others’ opinions10.
Mind your body11.
Be agreeable12.
Keep it down (and rediscover silence)13.
Respect other people’s time14.
Respect other people’s space15.
Apologize earnestly16.
Assert yourself17.
Avoid personal questions18.
Care for your guests19.
Be a considerate guest20.
Think twice before asking for favors21.
Refrain from idle complaints22.
Accept and give constructive criticism23.
Respect the environment and be gentle24.
Don’t shift responsibility and blame25.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
None.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
None.
ATTACHMENTS
Resolution No. 2012/226