Sec. 11-139. - Dissemination.

(a)

The city shall publicize its affirmative action plan both internally and externally. The mayor shall issue to all departments a written statement of the commitment of the city to its affirmative action programs in order to create equal employment opportunity. This communication shall include copies of the affirmative action plan and policy statement.

(b)

The affirmative action plan shall be included in all employee manuals and the city equal employment opportunity policy statement will be posted in conspicuous locations in all departments and agency offices within the municipal structure of the city. All city employees shall receive a copy of the affirmative action plan upon request.

(c)

The city shall disseminate information concerning its commitment to affirmative action to all recruitment sources. This information will include a statement of the equal employment opportunity policy of the city. A list of recruitment sources to be utilized by the city is available in the office of the affirmative action officer.

(d)

The city shall also contact the appropriate news media, public and private employment agencies, and educational institutions functioning in the greater East Providence area and provide each with the affirmative action policy statement and equal employment opportunity information mentioned above.

(e)

The city shall notify all general contractors, subcontractors, vendors and suppliers doing business with the city of its affirmative action plan and equal opportunity policy and shall request similar supportive action. All firms and businesses performing services for the city shall adhere to an equal opportunity policy.

(Rev. Ords. 1987, § 11-139; Ch. 877, § I, 6-6-23)