(1) Becoming familiar with this Code of Conduct and the policies and procedures applicable to elected officials;

(2) Providing open communication channels to allow Tribal members and employees to pursue compliance or ethical questions without fear of retaliation;

(3) Immediately reporting any suspected violations of this Code of Conduct or of any applicable law or regulation, as set forth herein for investigation;

(4) Not taking any disciplinary action or otherwise retaliating in any form against any Tribal member or employee who, in good faith, reports a concern, issue, problem, or violation of the law, regulations or the Code of Conduct. “Good faith” means that there is an objective basis for the allegation and does not require definitive proof;

(5) Taking alleged violations and suspected violations seriously, as they could delay, compromise, or otherwise impair the services the Tribe provides. [Res. 10-R-074 § 207, 7/1/2010.]