For more information, see this FAQ document prepared by the Texas Municipal League. Note that the City of Austin`s gift laws prohibit most gifts to local government officials. Local government officials submit a conflict disclosure statement in the form of a CIS, which can be downloaded here. The completed form must be notarized and can be sent by mail, hand delivery or email to the City Clerk`s office. Suppliers submit the CIQ Conflict of Interest Questionnaire form, which can be downloaded here or submitted online here. The completed form can be sent by mail, hand delivery or email to the City Clerk`s office. Compliance questions should be directed to each supplier`s legal counsel. According to Chapter 176 of the State Local Government Code, municipal vendors and local government officials must use the CIQ or CIQ form. CIS if there is a relevant conflict. “Supplier” includes current bidders and suppliers. “Local government representatives” include members of council, members of the local board of government, the city manager, and employees who exercise discretion in planning, recommending, selecting or hiring a supplier. .