This chapter shall prescribe the method of selection
and hiring of police officers for the Village of New Haven and the
qualification for the office of Police Chief and police officers.
Applications for the office of Police Chief
and police officers shall be presented to the Police Board of the
Village of New Haven, in writing, stating the following:
A. The educational background of the applicant.
B. The experience and training of the applicant.
C. The age, length of residence in the Village of New
Haven, and a physical examination by a qualified medical doctor certifying
that the applicant is in good health and able to perform the duties
required of a police officer and Police Chief.
D. That the applicant is a resident of the Village of
New Haven or that he will be upon the acceptance of the position.
This requirement may be waived by majority vote of the Village Council
elect.
[Amended 3-12-1985 by Ord. No. 195]
The Police Board shall consider the application
and investigate the applicant to ensure that the qualifications and
requirements prescribed herein are met by the applicant.