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CITY OF LAKEVILLE
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION
Date .July 7, 2003 Resolution 03-114
Motion by Wulff Seconded by Bellows
Resolution approving the Dress Code Policy
for non-uniformed City Hall employees
to be added to the Employee Handbook.
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Lakeville that effective
July 7, 2003, the policy entitled "Dress Code Policy". is approved and added in the
General Policies section of the Employee Handbook. This policy was written with input
from employees and has been reviewed and recommended by the Personnel Committee,
City Administrator and Human Resources.
APPROVED this 7th day of July 2003, by the City Council of the City of
Lakeville.
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By: 'Vr `
Robert D. J son, Mayor
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harlene Fridges, City C
CITY OF LAKEVILLE
Dress Code Policy
(non-uniformed City employees)
All employees contribute to the feeling and reputation of the City of Lakeville in the way
they present themselves. A professional appearance is essential to creating and
maintaining a favorable impression with citizens and customers. Good grooming and
appropriate dress reflect employee pride and inspire customer confidence in our
professionalism.
Department directors and managers have the discretion to determine appropriateness in
appearance.. Employees are asked to maintain the following dress code policy. This
policy applies to all personnel, with the exception of employes who are required to wear
uniforms.
Business Attire: Monda
through Thursday (professional
Appropriate dress includes:
o Suits,. Pant Suits, Sport Coats, Ties
o Dress slacks, pants, khakis, colored jeans (not blue denim)
o Dress shirt with or without a tie
o Dresses, skirts and jumpers (length no more than 3 inches above the knee)
o Blouses, shirts, sweaters, or pullovers
o Hosiery must be worn at all times, no bare legs or ankles.
o Any type of business shoe (heels, flats, etc.)
Business Attire: Monday throu Thursday (technical or field personnel - as identified
b~Department Head)
Appropriate dress includes:
o. Any of the above
o T-shirts (solid color or city logo only, without slogans or advertising)
o Sweatshirts (plain or decorative -without slogans or advertising )
o Denim jeans or heavy work clothes
o Boots or heavy work shoes (impact resistant as required)
Business .Casual Attire: Friday's
Appropriate dress includes:
o Any of the above
o Casual slacks or pants
o Shirts with collars (polo or golf style)
o Sweatshirts (plain or decorative -without slogans or advertising)
o City of Lakeville logo attire
o Blue denim jeans (no tears or holes)
o Athletic shoes (in good condition)
Summer Attire: Monday - Frida~(May 1 -0ctober 1)
Appropriate dress includes:
o Any of the above
o Capri pants
o Shirts with collars or City of Lakeville logo attire
o .Short sleeve pullovers or sleeveless tops
o Sandals (no flip flops)
o Hosiery optional
Inappropriate dress at any time includes:
o Shorts (unless authorized in advance by the department director, i.e. outdoor
program work)
o T-shirts with slogans, tank tops, halter-tops, muscle shirts or crop tops (skin must
not show)
o Stirrup pants, leggings, sweat pants or exercise attire
o Mini skirts or skorts
o Flip flops or other unprofessional footwear including worn out shoes or athletic
shoes
o Hats (inside City Hall)
When meeting with clients, citizens or outside business professionals, business attire is
appropriate.. Management may make exceptions for special occasions. An employee
unsure of what is appropriate should check with his/her department director.
Please be considerate of co-workers, citizens and. other guests. Good personal hygiene is
a must. The use of perfume and cologne should be minimal and considerate of the
potential sensitivity (allergies, illness) of others.
This policy maybe amended to accommodate requests based on cultural or religious
beliefs.
The City of Lakeville reserves the right to amend this policy at any time,
Policy date: July 7, 2003