(1) Issue in its discretion advisory opinions to boards and commissions, the Town Council and Town officials concerning the conduct of Town officials and governing bodies in relation to the provisions of this Article.

(2) Provide interpretation of provisions of this Article.

(3) Investigate in its discretion alleged violations of this Article upon request by the Town Council, affected boards or commissions of the Town, the Town Manager, the Town Attorney, interested parties or members of the public; and recommend to the Town Council the imposition of sanctions, remedies and/or criminal enforcement or civil action. Complaints which are determined to be frivolous shall be dismissed without further inquiry.

(4) Recommend adoption of appropriate laws, rules and regulations to effectuate the purposes of this Article.

(5) Establish rules for providing reasonable public access to voluntary disclosure statements maintained by the Town Clerk. (Prior code 4.18.210; Ord. 1246 §1, 2006)