HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Resolution 2014-068CITY OF PLYMOUTH
RESOLUTION No. 2014-068
RESOLUTION ADOPTING SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY
WHEREAS, social media has become a tool commonly used by government to distribute
information and engage the public; and
WHEREAS, social media increases transparency, extends the reach of marketing efforts
and adds immediacy to communications; and
WHEREAS, the City of Plymouth currently uses social media; and
WHEREAS, as the use of social media grows, it's important to have a policy that more formally
guides the City's use of social media; and
WHEREAS, this policy clarifies which staff members are responsible for managing and
administering social media platforms, as well as how the City will respond to public feedback via social
media;
WHEREAS, the attached Social Media Policy protects the City's brand, reflects best practices,
and provides flexibility in the use of social media.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA, that the Social Media Policy is hereby approved.
APPROVED this 25th day of February, 2014.