Section 54529 - General Prohibition of Conflicts of Interest for Regional Center Employees, Contractors, Agents and Consultants(a) In addition to the specific conflict-of-interest requirements and restrictions set forth above, regional center employees, contractors, agents and consultants are obligated to discharge their responsibilities with integrity and fidelity, and are prohibited from placing themselves in a position where their private, personal interests may conflict with their official duties.(b) A regional center employee, contractor, agent or consultant is impliedly bound to exercise the powers conferred on him or her with disinterested skill, zeal and diligence and for the benefit of the regional center and its consumers.(c) If a situation arises that has not been specifically addressed in these regulations, where a present or potential personal conflict of interest exists as to a particular transaction or decision, the employee, contractor, agent or consultant is disqualified from taking any part in the discussion or from making any recommendation or decision regarding the particular matter.(d) In interpreting and applying this section, the common law doctrine against conflict of interest and the authorities interpreting that doctrine shall govern.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 17, § 54529
1. New section filed 1-28-2014; operative 1-28-2014 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(b)(3) (Register 2014, No. 5). For prior history, see Register 2013, No. 32. Note: Authority cited: Sections 4626 and 4627, Welfare and Institutions Code. Reference: Sections 4626 and 4627, Welfare and Institutions Code.
1. New section filed 1-28-2014; operative 1-28-2014 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(b)(3) (Register 2014, No. 5). For prior history, see Register 2013, No. 32.