[HISTORY: Adopted by the Common Council of the City of Bayfield 4-1-1992 (§§ 2-3-1 through 2-3-14 of the 1992 Code of Ordinances). Amendments noted where applicable.]
GENERAL REFERENCES
Code of Ethics — See Ch. 48.
A. 
General powers. Officers of the City of Bayfield shall have generally the powers and duties prescribed for like officers of cities, towns and villages, except as otherwise provided, and such powers and duties as are prescribed by law and except as to the Mayor, shall perform such duties as shall be required of him by the Council. Officers whose powers and duties are not enumerated in Chapter 62 of the Wisconsin Statutes shall have such powers and duties as are prescribed by law for like officers or as are directed by the Council.
B. 
Rules. All officers and departments may make the necessary rules for the conduct of their duties and incidental proceedings.
C. 
Applicability of ethics statutes. The general laws for the punishment of bribery, misdemeanors and corruption in office shall apply to City officers.
D. 
Legal representation. Whenever any City official in his official capacity proceeded against or obliged to proceed before any civil court, board, committee or commission, to defend or maintain his official position, or because of some act arising out of the performance of his official duties, and he has prevailed in such proceedings, or the Council has ordered the proceedings discontinued, the Council may provide for payment to such official such sum as it sees fit, to reimburse him for the expenses reasonably incurred for costs and attorney's fees.
A. 
Appointment not to be governed by statutes. The City of Bayfield, pursuant to §§ 62.09 and 66.0101 of the Wisconsin Statutes, hereby elects not to be governed by those portions of Chapter 62, Wis. Stats., which are in conflict with this section.
B. 
Term.
(1) 
The City Clerk of the City of Bayfield shall be appointed by the Mayor subject to confirmation by a majority vote of the members-elect of the Common Council.
(2) 
The City Clerk shall hold office for an indefinite term, subject to removal as provided by law.
C. 
Duties. The City Clerk shall be responsible for performing those duties required by § 62.09(9) of the Wisconsin Statutes and for the following additional duties:
(1) 
Perform all election duties as required by Wisconsin Statute and keep and maintain all election records and all property used in conjunction with holding of elections;
(2) 
Publish all legal notices unless otherwise provided; file and preserve all contracts, bonds, oaths of office and other documents not required to be filed elsewhere;
(3) 
Issue all licenses required by ordinance or statute, except as otherwise provided;
(4) 
Attend meetings, take minutes and maintain files for the Common Council, and such other official boards and commissions as may be directed;
(5) 
Maintain a file on all City records, ordinances, resolutions and vouchers;
(6) 
Type and distribute reports for the Council and for federal and state agencies;
(7) 
Audit and obtain approval on claims charged against City;
(8) 
Assist the City Assessor in maintaining property assessment records;
(9) 
Administer oaths and affirmations;
(10) 
Issue licenses to various vendors in City;[2]
[2]
Editor's Note: Original Sec. 2-3-2(c)(11), which immediately followed this subsection, was deleted at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. II).
(11) 
In cooperation with the Treasurer, develop and implement improved internal control and financial reporting procedures as necessary or as directed;
(12) 
In cooperation with the Treasurer, file financial and other reports with various state agencies;
(13) 
File insurance claims on behalf of the City;
(14) 
Locate suppliers of goods or services and obtain quotes;
(15) 
Advertise for bids, receive them and summarize the results;
(16) 
Identify and evaluate ideas to achieve more efficient and effective operation;
(17) 
Coordinate, supervise and conduct elections;
(18) 
Confer with Mayor, department heads and Common Council committees about projects and problems;
(19) 
Maintain personnel files;
(20) 
Perform such other duties as may be directed by Common Council.
D. 
Bond. The City Clerk shall execute to the City a surety company fidelity bond in an amount determined by the Common Council.
[1]
Editor's Note: This section was originally adopted by charter ordinance.
A. 
Appointment not to be governed by statutes. The City of Bayfield, pursuant to §§ 62.09 and 66.0101 of the Wisconsin Statutes, hereby elects not to be governed by those portions of Chapter 62, Wis. Stats., which are in conflict with this section.
B. 
Term.
(1) 
The City Treasurer of the City of Bayfield shall be appointed by the Mayor subject to confirmation by a majority vote of the members-elect of the Common Council.
(2) 
The City Treasurer shall hold office for an indefinite term, subject to removal as provided by law.
C. 
Duties. The City Treasurer shall be responsible for performing those duties required by § 62.09(11) of the Wisconsin Statutes and for the following additional duties:
(1) 
Prepare the tax roll and tax notices required by the State of Wisconsin.
(2) 
Prepare financial and bank statements;
(3) 
Maintain fiscal records for the City and serve as City Comptroller;
(4) 
Make reports to the State on assessments;
(5) 
Prepare and send invoices for services provided by municipal utilities.
(6) 
Perform record keeping, billing, collections, banking, investments, accounting and financial reporting of all City operations, including utilities;
(7) 
Collect all taxes for the City and other taxing bodies;
(8) 
Invest idle funds for maximum interest earnings;
(9) 
Prepare monthly financial report;
(10) 
Maintain payroll records and prepare payroll checks from approved employee time sheets;
(11) 
Prepare check vouchers for payment of approved claims for signature;
(12) 
Coordinate the preparation and compilation of the annual City budget;
(13) 
Make property tax settlements with the County Treasurer and turn over to school district and other taxing units their proportionate share of property tax collections;
(14) 
Issue purchase orders;
(15) 
Perform such other duties as may be directed by the Common Council.
D. 
Bond. The City Treasurer shall execute to the City a surety company fidelity bond in an amount determined by the Common Council.
[1]
Editor's Note: This section was originally adopted by charter ordinance.
The Clerk may appoint a Deputy Clerk subject to confirmation by a majority of the members of the Common Council. The Deputy Clerk shall act under the Clerk's direction and who, during the temporary absence or disability of the Clerk or during a vacancy in such office, shall perform the duties of Clerk. The acts of the Deputy shall be covered by official bond as the Common Council shall direct.
A. 
Appointment. The office of City Attorney is an appointed position. The Mayor shall appoint a City Attorney, subject to confirmation by a majority of the members of the Common Council. The City Attorney shall serve at the pleasure of the Council.
B. 
Duties. The City Attorney shall have the following duties:
(1) 
The Attorney shall conduct all of the law business in which the City is interested.
(2) 
He shall, when requested by City officers, give written legal opinions, which shall be filed with the City.
(3) 
He shall draft ordinances, bonds and other instruments as may be required by City officials.
(4) 
He may appoint an assistant, who shall have power to perform his duties and for whose acts he shall be responsible to the City. Such assistant shall receive no compensation from the City, unless previously provided by ordinance.
(5) 
The Common Council may employ and compensate special counsel to assist in or take charge of any matter in which the City is interested.
(6) 
The City Attorney shall perform such other duties as provided by State law and as designated by the Common Council.
A. 
Appointment.
(1) 
The Chief of Police shall be appointed by the Mayor and shall hold office during satisfactory performance, subject to suspension or removal by the City pursuant to law.
(2) 
The compensation to be paid the Chief of Police for his services, the hours of active duty, rest days, vacation periods and other involvement of his or her employment shall be such as may be determined by the Common Council from time to time.
B. 
General duties. The Chief of Police shall have the duties enumerated in § 87-4A of Chapter 87, Police Department, of the Code of the City of Bayfield.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. II).
A. 
Appointment. The Fire Chief shall be appointed by the Mayor, subject to confirmation by the Common Council.
B. 
Duties and powers.
(1) 
The Chief shall have general supervision of the Fire Department personnel, apparatus and equipment. He, or his designee, shall be present at fires and command all fire-fighting operations. The Fire Chief may make such further rules, regulations and policies for the government of the Fire Department as he may deem necessary, provided such rules and regulations shall not be inconsistent with the laws of the State of Wisconsin or Department bylaws. The Fire Chief shall, by virtue of his office, hold the office of Fire Inspector or he may delegate a member of the Department to serve as the Fire Inspector.
(2) 
He shall enforce all fire prevention ordinances of the City and State laws and regulations pertaining to fire prevention, and shall keep citizens informed on fire prevention methods, and on the activities of the Department.
C. 
Reports of Chief. The Fire Chief shall report to the Common Council from time to time at his discretion or upon the request of said Common Council on matters concerning departmental matters and shall perform such other duties in conformance with his office as may from time to time be required of him by the Common Council.
A. 
Appointment.
(1) 
The City of Bayfield hereby elects not to be governed by those portions of § 62.09(3)(b) of the Wisconsin statutes relating to the method of selection of the City Assessor which are in conflict with this section.
(2) 
The City Assessor, or assessing firm, shall be appointed by the Mayor, subject to confirmation by the Council. The Assessor's term shall be two years.
(3) 
A corporation or an independent contractor may, by contract, be appointed as Assessor. The corporation or independent contractor so appointed shall designate the person responsible for the assessment. The designee shall file the official oath under § 19.01, Wis. Stats., and sign the affidavit of the Assessor attached to the assessment roll under § 70.49, Wis. Stats.
(4) 
No Assessor shall be appointed unless said Assessor is certified by the Wisconsin Department of Revenue as qualified to perform the functions of the office of Assessor.
B. 
Duties. The Assessor shall perform all duties required of such office as provided by law and such other duties as are requested to be executed by such person by the Common Council from time to time.
C. 
Definition. For purposes of this section, "independent contractor" means a person who either is under contract to furnish appraisal and assessment services or is customarily engaged in an independently established trade, business or profession in which the services are offered to the general public.
A. 
Appointment. The Public Works Director shall be appointed by the Mayor, subject to confirmation by the Council. The Public Works Director shall have an indefinite term of office, subject to removal as provided by law.
B. 
Duties. The Public Works Director shall have the following duties:
(1) 
Plan, direct and inspect the repair and maintenance of streets, curbs and gutters, sidewalks, streetlights, street trees;
(2) 
Plan, direct and inspect the maintenance of parks including grass cutting, playground equipment installation or repair and building maintenance;
(3) 
Supervise plowing of snow and all phases of snow and ice control on City streets, alleys, sidewalks and public parking lots;
(4) 
Supervise the operation of the municipal garage and the repair and maintenance of City-owned vehicles and equipment;
(5) 
Schedule the daily and weekly jobs of the Public Works Department employees and make necessary modifications due to emergencies;
(6) 
Plan for the maintenance and repair of all City vehicles, machinery and equipment and is responsible for related records;
(7) 
Repair and maintain all official City sign use and traffic control marking, to be done in compliance with the State Traffic Code and local ordinances.
(8) 
Perform such other duties as may be directed by the Common Council.
The Weed Commissioner shall be appointed by the Mayor, subject to Council confirmation. The term of office of the Weed Commissioner shall commence on the first day of May following his appointment. The Weed Commissioner shall take the official oath, which oath shall be filed in the Office of the City Clerk, and shall hold office for one year. The Weed Commissioner shall hold office pursuant to and fulfill the duties set out in state law.
A. 
No person shall be elected by the people to a City office who is not, at the time of his election, a citizen of the United States and of this state, and an elector of the City. In case of a district office, he/she must also reside within the district.
B. 
An appointee by the Mayor, requiring to be confirmed by the Council, who shall be rejected by the Council, shall be ineligible for appointment to the same office for one year thereafter.
A. 
Elected officials. Elected officials may be removed by the Common Council as provided in §§ 17.12(1)(a) and 17.16, Wis. Stats.
B. 
Appointed officials. Appointed officials may be removed as provided in § 17.12(1)(c) and 17.16, Wis. Stats.
City officers must observe the standards of care imposed by § 19.21, Wis. Stats., with respect to the care and custody of official property.
A. 
Oath. Every person elected or appointed to any statutory office shall take and file his official oath within 10 days after the notice of his election or appointment.
B. 
Bonds. The City Clerk, City Treasurer, and such other statutory officers as the laws of Wisconsin or the Common Council may direct, shall execute and file an official bond in such form as the Council may determine. The Council may at any time require new or additional bonds of any officer. All official bonds must be approved by the Mayor and, when so approved, then be filed within 10 days after the officer executing the same shall have been notified of this election or appointment. Official bonds shall be filed with the City Clerk and shall be recorded by him in a book kept by him for that purpose.