An ethics manual acknowledgement form for City officers and employees to sign upon receipt of the Board of Ethics manual. The Applicant must complete and sign this Acknowledgement and Attestation Form.The person acknowledging the record must personally appear before the notary. Complete and print the form. You will need access to a printer. Only do it when filling out a form within the city. When outside the city and filling anything out I always write it out. Filing Requirements and Fees.