Ethics and Fiscal Trainings

Ethics Training (AB 1234)

Assembly Bill 1234 requires elected officials, appointed officials, and designated employees of local agencies to complete ethics training every two years, as specified in Government Code§ 53234. This training is intended to ensure individuals who serve in decision-making or advisory roles understand the ethical standards and legal obligations that apply to public service. Ethics training generally covers topics such as conflicts of interest, gift limitations, incompatible offices, misuse of public resources, transparency and open-government laws, and other legal requirements governing the conduct of public officials and public employees.

Fiscal and Financial Management Training (SB 827)

As of January 1, 2026, City officials, including elected and appointed members of commissions, committees, boards, and other legislative bodies (as defined in California Government Code §§ 53234, 53235.1, 53235.2) are required by Senate Bill 827 to complete training in fiscal and financial management every two years. The training covers budgeting, financial reporting, auditing, debt and investment management, and responsible stewardship of public resources.

• New Officials: Individuals commencing service on or after January 1, 2026, must complete the training within six months of taking office or their start date.
• Existing Officials: Those already in service prior to January 1, 2026, must complete the initial training no later than January 1, 2028

Together, these training requirements ensure that individuals involved in public decision-making and financial oversight are equipped with the ethical awareness and financial knowledge necessary to fulfill their roles responsibly and in the public interest.

How to Request Training Records

Ethics and/or fiscal training records, please use one of the following methods:

Copies of a Certificate of Completion may be obtained by submitting a Public Records Act request.