As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings
indicated:
CIVIL DEFENSE
All measures undertaken by or on behalf of the state and its subdivisions
to prepare for and minimize the effect of enemy action upon the civilian population.
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Includes civil defense and means all measures undertaken by or on
behalf of the City to:
A.
Prepare for and minimize the effect of enemy action and natural or man-made
disaster upon the civilian population.
B.
Effectuate emergency repairs to, or the emergency restoration of, vital
public utilities and facilities destroyed or damaged by such action or disaster.
Whenever necessary to meet a civil defense emergency for which adequate
regulations have not been adopted by the Common Council, the Mayor, and in
his absence, if other than the Mayor, the Head of Emergency Management Services,
may by proclamation promulgate and enforce such orders, rules and regulations
relating to the conduct of persons and the use of property as shall be necessary
to protect the public peace, health and safety and preserve lives and property
and to ensure the cooperation necessary to civil defense activities. Such
proclamations shall be posted in three public places and may be rescinded
by the Common Council by resolution at any time.