CC Resolution No. 1282 2476
RESOLUTION NO. 1282
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, ESTABLISHING A CASUAL DRESS CODE FOR THE
COUNCILMEMBERS DURING SUMMER COUNCIL SESSIONS; AND
PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
WHEREAS, the hot temperatures and high humidity create uncomfortable characteristics
during the summer months along the Gulf Coast; and
WHEREAS, the long days of summer create a more casual atmosphere at city council
meetings; and
WHEREAS, proper casual attire can be consistent with a professional business atmosphere
and community standards;NOW THEREFORE
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS:
Section 1: That summer months shall be defined as beginning June 21 and ending
September 22 each year.
Section 2: That during the summer months casual attire may, at the option of each
individual councilmember, be worn at council meetings. Casual attire for men would include sport
shirts or pullovers, no tie, casual slacks and shoes. For women, casual attire would include slacks,
casual blouses and skirts, and casual shoes. Inappropriate attire includes,but is not limited to,tennis
shoes, sweat suits or wind suits, stirrup pants, leggings, knee length pants, mini shirts, skorts,
T-shirts, halter tops, bare midriffs, revealing garments, or tank tops worn alone.
Section 3: This resolution, heretofore known as the "Pruett Resolution," shall take
effect immediately from and after its passage by the City Council of the City of Baytown.
INTRODUCED,READ and PASSED by the affirmative vote of the City Council of the City
of Baytown this the 27th day of June, 1996.
"1
MA UEL ESCOTMIAS,
Mayor Pro Tempore
ATTEST:
Li
�"'e-e
EILEEN P. HALL, City Clerk