Code of Conduct - (Adopted under the authority of APC)
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1. Professional Standards
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Members shall conduct business in a professional, ethical, and respectful manner.
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All services must comply with applicable local and national laws.
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Members shall provide truthful and accurate representations of their services.
2. Compliance with APC Regulations
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Businesses operating within Costambar must comply with APC rules, community standards, and property regulations.
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Participation in CBN does not exempt any business from existing APC requirements.
3. Non-Discrimination
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Members shall not discriminate on the basis of nationality, gender, race, religion, or any protected status.
4. Reputation & Conduct
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Members shall avoid behavior that harms the reputation of Costambar or APC.
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Disputes between businesses should be resolved professionally and without public disruption.
5. Use of APC / CBN Branding
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Businesses may reference membership in CBN but may not imply APC endorsement, certification, or guarantee of services.
6. Grounds for Suspension or Removal
Membership may be suspended or revoked for:
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Repeated violations of APC regulations
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Fraudulent activity
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Verified serious complaints
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Non-payment of applicable CBN fees (if implemented)
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Business Verification & Approval Procedure
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1. Submission of completed Business Registration Form.
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2. Administrative review by APC Office.
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3. Confirmation of:
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Business contact information
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Compliance with APC regulations
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4. Approval by designated Board Liaison (or Economic Development Committee).
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5. Issuance of:
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CBN Registration Number
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Digital confirmation of membership
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6. Inclusion in official Costambar Business Directory.
Governance Recommendation
For structure and transparency, APC may:
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Establish an Economic Development Committee reporting to the Board.
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Appoint one Board Liaison for oversight.
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Require annual renewal of CBN registration.
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Conduct annual performance review of the sector.