Lee VandervisA file of incidents involving Cr Lee Vandervis includes claims of swearing, bullying and spraying saliva. Action taken with Cr Vandervis: Staff member requested no action be taken Chief executive told Councillor at meeting his behaviour was unacceptable. Action taken with Cr Vandervis: Staff member requested no action be taken CEO issued Councillor verbal warning about yelling and aggression towards staff. Gender of staff member/s involved: FemaleDescription: Shouting, yelling, spraying saliva and swearing and aggression - prior to council meetingProcess and actions taken: Formal Code of Conduct Complaint. Action taken with Cr Vandervis: Staff member requested no action be taken Councillor ordered to apologise following code of conduct proceedings.

Source: Otago Daily Times July 05, 2020 22:41 UTC