§ 26-1. Purpose.  


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  • The purpose and intent of this article is to secure the general health, safety and welfare of the residents of the city by:

    (1)

    Ratifying and confirming a police department and outlining both its authority and jurisdiction;

    (2)

    Explicitly creating the position of chief of police to oversee and manage the police department; and

    (3)

    Outlining the duties and responsibilities of both the chief of police and officers.

(Ord. No. 2667, § 1, 7-2-12)