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Docket No. 14-279
 
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RE:
Advisory opinion request regarding whether the Code of Governmental Ethics would prohibit the City of Marksville from issuing back pay to Mr. Lawrence Bordelon.
Facts:
Mr. Whittington has requested an advisory opinion regarding whether the Code of Governmental Ethics would prohibit the City of Marksville from issuing back pay to Mr. Lawrence Bordelon. Mr. Bordelon is an employee of the City of Marksville, a few months ago, disciplinary action was taken against Mr. Bordelon and his pay rate was decreased.

The City Council has reconsidered Mr. Bordelon's situation and would like to reinstate him at his previous pay grade and issue Mr. Bordelon back pay.

Law:
La. R.S. 42:1111A prohibits a public employee from receiving anything of economic value, other than compensation and benefits from the governmental entity to which he is duly entitled, for the performance of the duties and responsibilities of his office or position.
Recommendations:
Adopt the proposed advisory opinion.
Assigned Attorney: Suzanne Mooney
 
 
ATTACHMENTS:
Description:
2014-279 draft opinion (4)
2014-279: Advisory Opinion Request