RDVIC encourages staff to take an active interest in government and to participate in political affairs. All staff have the right to express their opinions on political issues and candidates. and are also encouraged to exercise these rights.
However, such staff activity is subject to these conditions:
• Non-partisan position of RDVIC--No action will be allowed by any person that infringes upon the right of any staff to decide which candidates or positions to support. RDVIC will not endorse or contribute to any political candidate, party or cause.
• Individual actions--Staff is not allowed to give the impression that any political action or position represents RDVIC unless that position is approved by the Board of Directors.
• Staff is not allowed directly or indirectly to coerce, attempt to coerce, command or advise any other staff member to pay, tend or contribute anything of value to a party, committee, organization, agency or person for political purpose.
• Staff who wish to seek elective office should inform the Board of Directors. Subject to the requirements of the law, RDVIC may grant unpaid leave to staff who are seeking elective office for the purposes of campaigning for and fulfilling their responsibilities of office. If elected, staff who are granted leave under this policy must comply with RDVIC's policy for unpaid leave.
