Pana — Ch. 11 Human Relations § 11-72
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It is the policy of the city that all patrons, officers, employees and non-employees are entitled to work in an environment free from all forms of illegal discrimination including discrimination based upon a person's sex or perceived sex or sexual orientation. Accordingly, any practice or activity that constitutes sexual harassment is strictly forbidden within city work places and shall, if substantiated in accordance with this policy, result in disciplinary action. As used in this policy, a non-employee is a person directly performing work for the City of Pana, pursuant to a contract with the City of Pana, and not otherwise an employee of the City of Pana. As used herein, a patron is a person using good and services provided by the City of Pana and directly interacting with a city officer, employee or non-employee.
Pana Ch. 11 Human Relations § 11-72 establishes the City of Pana's policy that all people working in or interacting with city workplaces — including employees, contractors, and members of the public receiving city services — have the right to an environment free from illegal discrimination, including sex-based discrimination and sexual harassment. The provision explicitly prohibits any practice or activity that constitutes sexual harassment in city workplaces. When a complaint is substantiated through the city's established process, disciplinary action is required under this policy.
Plain English — not legal advice.
While § 11-72 is directed at city workplace operations rather than private rental housing, property owners and managers who contract with the City of Pana may qualify as 'non-employees' under this provision and are therefore subject to its anti-harassment and anti-discrimination standards when performing work for the city. Compliant operators generally maintain clear internal policies against sexual harassment, ensure staff interacting with city personnel understand applicable conduct standards, and document any complaints or incidents that arise in a city-connected context. Familiarity with the definitions and scope set out in § 11-72 helps operators understand when and how this city policy applies to their activities.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Pana Ch. 11 Human Relations § 11-72 defines 'patrons' — people using goods and services provided by the City of Pana and directly interacting with city staff — as protected individuals under this anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policy. If a person experiences sexual harassment or sex-based discrimination while interacting with a city officer, employee, or contractor, this provision establishes that such conduct is prohibited and subject to disciplinary action when substantiated. Those who believe their rights under § 11-72 have been violated may consider contacting the City of Pana directly, filing a complaint through the city's established process, or reaching out to a tenant-rights or civil rights organization for general guidance on available options.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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