[HISTORY: Adopted by the Common Council of the City of Prescott
as Secs. 2-3-1 to 2-3-12, 2-3-15 to 2-3-20 and 9-4-1 of the former
City Code. Amendments noted where applicable.]
A.
General powers. Officers of the City of Prescott 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 them 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/her official
capacity is proceeded against or obliged to proceed before any civil
court, board, committee or commission, to defend or maintain his/her
official position, or because of some act arising out of the performance
of his/her 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
attorneys' fees.
A.
Appointed officials. The following shall be appointed officials:
|
Official
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How Appointed
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Term
| |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Attorney
|
Mayor, subject to confirmation by Council
|
1 year
| |
|
Building Inspector
|
Mayor, subject to confirmation by Council
|
1 year
| |
|
City Assessor
|
Mayor, subject to confirmation by Council
|
1 year
| |
|
City Engineer
|
Mayor, subject to confirmation by Council
|
1 year
|
B.
Officials hired by a board or commission.
[Amended 5-29-2012 by Ord. No. 08-12]
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Official
|
How Appointed
|
Term
| |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Librarian
|
Majority vote of Library Board
|
Indefinite
| |
|
Chief of Police
|
Majority vote of the Board of Police Commissioners, subject
to Council confirmation
|
Indefinite
| |
|
Emergency Medical Services Director
|
Majority vote of the Prescott Fire & EMS Commission subject
to confirmation by Council
|
Indefinite
| |
|
Fire Chief
|
Majority vote of the Prescott Fire & EMS Commission subject
to confirmation by Council
|
Indefinite
|
C.
Officials hired by the Common Council.
[Amended 5-29-2012 by Ord. No. 08-12]
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Official
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How Appointed
|
Term
| |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Administrator
|
Mayor, subject to confirmation by majority of Council
|
Indefinite
| |
|
Clerk
|
Mayor, subject to confirmation by majority of Council
|
Indefinite
| |
|
Treasurer
|
Mayor, subject to confirmation by majority of Council
|
Indefinite
| |
|
Zoning Administrator
|
Mayor, subject to confirmation by majority of Council
|
Indefinite
| |
|
Director of Public Works
|
Mayor, subject to confirmation by majority of Council
|
Indefinite
| |
|
Animal Control Officer
|
Mayor, subject to confirmation by majority of Council
|
1 year
| |
|
City Forester
|
As provided in Ch. 27, Wis. Stats.
|
Indefinite
|
D.
Time for taking office. The regular term of all appointed officials
shall commence with their appointment at the organization meeting
of the Common Council of each year, except officials appointed for
indefinite terms, who shall take office upon appointment and qualification.
[Amended 1-9-2012 by Ord. No. 01-12]
A.
Appointment, term of office and removal. The Administrator shall
be appointed on the basis of merit with due regard to training, experience,
administrative ability and general fitness for the office, by majority
vote of the Council. After a probationary period, set by the Common
Council, the Administrator shall hold the office for an indefinite
term subject to removal for cause by an affirmative vote of 2/3 of
all members of the Council. This section, however, shall not preclude
the Council from establishing other employment terms and conditions
not inconsistent with the provisions of this chapter or the Code of
the City of Prescott.
B.
Residency. The Administrator shall become a resident of the City
of Prescott within one year following the date of appointment, unless
this requirement is specifically waived or varied by City ordinance
or by contract authorized by the Council and entered into with the
Administrator covering the terms and conditions of residency.
C.
Function and duties of the Administrator. The Administrator, subject
to limitations as defined in resolutions and ordinance of the City
of Prescott and Wisconsin Statutes, shall be the chief administrative
officer of the City, responsible only to the Mayor and Council for
proper administration of business affairs of the City, pursuant to
the statutes of the State of Wisconsin, the ordinances of the City
of Prescott, and the resolutions and directives of the Council, with
power and duties as follows.
D.
General duties. In his/her capacity as City Administrator, the Administrator
shall:
(1)
Carry out directives of the Mayor and Council which require administrative
implementation, reporting promptly to the Mayor and Council any difficulties
encountered therein.
(2)
Be responsible for the administration of all day-to-day operation
of the City government, including the monitoring of all City ordinances,
resolutions, Council meeting minutes, and state statutes.
(3)
Prepare a plan of administration, including an organization, which
defines authority and responsibility for all nonstatutory positions
of the City and submit it to the Common Council for adoption as the
official organization and administrative procedure plan for the City.
(4)
Establish when necessary administrative procedures to increase the
effectiveness and efficiency of the City government according to current
practices of local government not inconsistent with directives of
the Mayor and Council.
(5)
Serve as ex officio nonvoting member of all boards, commissions and
committees of the City, except as specified by the Council or Wisconsin
Statutes.
(6)
Keep informed concerning current federal, state and county legislation
and administrative rules affecting the City and submit appropriate
reports and recommendations thereon to the Council.
(7)
Keep informed concerning the availability of federal, state and county
funds for local programs and assist department heads and the Council
in obtaining these funds under the direction of the Mayor and the
Council.
(8)
Represent the City in matters involving legislative and intergovernmental
affairs as authorized and directed as to that representation by the
Mayor and Council.
(9)
Act as public information officer for the City with the responsibility
of assuring that the news media are kept informed about the operation
of the City and that all open meeting rules and regulations are followed.
(10)
Establish and maintain procedures to facilitate communications
between citizens and City government to assure that complaints, grievances,
recommendations and other matters receive prompt attention by the
responsible official and to assure that all such matters are expeditiously
resolved.
(11)
Promote the economic well-being and growth of the City through
public and private sector cooperation and work out developer agreements
as per City ordinances and policies with prospective industrial, commercial
and residential developers.
(12)
Work with the City Building Inspector to assure compliance with
local, state and federal building codes and standards.
E.
Responsibilities to the Common Council.
(1)
The Administrator shall:
(a)
Attend all meetings of the Council, assisting the Mayor and the Council
as required in the performance of their duties.
(b)
In coordination with the Mayor, the Council and the City staff, ensure
that appropriate agendas are prepared for all meetings of the Council
and all Council committees and all other appropriate committees and
commissions of the City, together with such supporting material as
may be required, with nothing herein being construed as to give the
Administrator the right to limit or in any way prevent matters from
being considered by the Council or any of its committees and commissions.
(c)
Assist in the preparation of ordinances and resolutions as requested
by the Mayor or the Council, or as needed.
(d)
Keep the Mayor and Council regularly informed about the activities
of the Administrator's office by oral or written report at regular
and special meetings of the Council.
(2)
In the event that action normally requiring Council approval is necessary
at a time when the Council cannot meet, the Administrator shall receive
directives from the Mayor.
F.
Personnel. The Administrator shall:
(1)
Be responsible for the administrative direction and coordination
of all employees of the City according to the established organization
procedures.
(2)
Recommend to the Council the appointment, promotion and, when necessary
for the good of the City, the suspension or termination of department
heads.
(3)
In consultation with the appropriate department head, recommend to
the Council the appointment, promotion and, when necessary for the
good of the City, the suspension or termination of employees below
the department head level.
(4)
Serve as the personnel officer for the City with responsibilities
to see that complete and current personnel records, including specific
job descriptions, for all City employees are kept; evaluate in conjunction
with department heads the performance of all employees on a regular
basis; recommend salary and wage scales for City employees not covered
by collective bargaining agreements; develop and enforce high standards
of performance by City employees; assure that City employees have
proper working conditions; and work closely with department heads
to promptly resolve personnel problems or grievances.
(5)
Assist in labor contract negotiations and collective bargaining issues.
(6)
Work closely with department heads to assure that employees receive
adequate opportunities for training to maintain and improve their
job-related knowledge and skills and act as the approving authority
for requests by employees to attend conferences, meetings, training
schools, etc., provided that the funds have been budgeted for these
activities.
G.
Budgeting and purchasing. The Administrator shall:
(1)
Be responsible for the preparation of the annual City budget, in
accordance with guidelines as may be provided by the Common Council
and in coordination with department heads and pursuant to state statutes,
for review and approval by the Mayor and the Council.
(2)
Administer the budget as adopted by the Council for all City departments.
H.
Other duties; changes in duties. The Administrator shall perform
such other and further duties and responsibilities as are assigned
to the office from time to time by the Common Council or Mayor. In
addition, the Common Council shall prepare a job description which
conforms to this section; however, it reserves the right to alter
said job description from time to time, both in terms of adding to
and taking away job duties from said office.
I.
Cooperation. All officials and employees of the City shall cooperate
with and assist the Administrator so that the City government shall
function effectively and efficiently.
[Amended 1-9-2012 by Ord. No. 02-12]
[Amended 1-9-2012 by Ord.
No. 03-12]
[Amended 1-9-2012 by Ord.
No. 22-11[1]]
The City Administrator may appoint a Deputy Comptroller subject
to confirmation by a majority of the Common Council. The Deputy Comptroller
shall act under the Treasurer's direction and, during the temporary
absence or disability of the Treasurer or during a vacancy in such
office, shall perform the Treasurer's comptroller duties as described
in § 62.09(10), Wis. Stats. The Common Council shall set
the salary of the Deputy Comptroller.
[Amended 1-9-2012 by Ord.
No. 19-11[1]]
The City Administrator may appoint a Deputy Treasurer subject
to confirmation by a majority of the members of the Common Council.
The Deputy Treasurer shall act under the Treasurer's direction and,
during the temporary absence or disability of the Treasurer or during
a vacancy in such office, shall perform the Treasurer's duties
as described in § 62.09(9), Wis. Stats. The Common Council
shall set the salary of the Deputy Treasurer.
The City Administrator 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 City Administrator's direction
and, during the temporary absence or disability of the City Clerk
or during a vacancy in such office, shall perform the City Clerk's
duties as described in § 62.09(11), Wis. Stats. The acts
of the Deputy Clerk shall be covered by official bond, as the Common
Council shall direct. The Common Council shall set the salary of the
Deputy Clerk.
B.
Duties and responsibilities. The Director of Public Works is responsible
for developing, directing, and providing ongoing leadership and supervision
of the Public Works Department staff. The Director of Public Works
shall be responsible for planning, directing, and managing all public
works (streets, sidewalks, curb and gutter, and compost site), City
parks, City buildings, and water supply distribution, sanitary sewer
collection, stormwater collection and wastewater treatment. The Director
of Public Works:
(1)
Undertakes or effectively recommends supervisory functions such as
hiring, interviewing, training, assigning and prioritizing work, coaching
and evaluating performance, disciplining, and rewarding for full-time,
part-time, and seasonal employees and participates in negotiations
with employee unions.
(2)
Supervises work sites as needed and reviews work results to determine
if standards are met and determines work schedules and daily assigns/prioritizes
work tasks to subordinates.
(3)
Develops, prepares, and recommends a departmental budget covering
all areas of public works, parks, and utilities; prepares capital
improvement plans and administers approved budget.
(4)
Ensures employees obtain proper safety training and promotes safe
work practices in the work place ensuring federal, state, and City
requirements are followed.
(5)
Plans for and oversees short- and long-term maintenance and repair
work for all public works, parks, and utility structures and for City-owned
buildings.
(6)
Secures and monitors contracted services to perform as needed.
(7)
Responds to emergency situations by coordinating employees and other
resources.
(8)
Personally handles inquiries and complaints from residents, contractors,
developers and other concerned parties regarding public works, parks,
and utility projects and meets with the public in small and large
groups to discuss City public works projects and issues.
(9)
Develops, plans, and implements long- and short-term departmental
goals and objectives.
(10)
Determines need for new equipment and facilities and major repair
and rebuilding projects.
(11)
Supervises and participates in the development and implementation
of public works projects, including monitoring project budgets, completion
deadlines, change orders, communication with citizens, and other project
management issues.
(12)
Formulates long-range plans and participates in comprehensive
planning for engineering, water/wastewater/stormwater, construction
inspection, street maintenance, parks, and traffic operations.
(13)
Supervises plowing of snow and all phases of snow and ice control
on City streets, alleys, sidewalks and public parking lots.
(14)
Supervises the operation of the municipal garage and the repair
and maintenance of City-owned vehicles and equipment.
(15)
Supervises the repair and maintenance of all official City sign
use and traffic control marking to be done in compliance with the
State Traffic Code and local ordinances.
(16)
Coordinates department projects and activities with other City
departments, outside agencies, or others as needed.
(17)
Serves as a member of emergency operations staff for the City
of Prescott.
(18)
Performs other duties as required by the Common Council.
C.
Reporting. The Director of Public Works reports directly to the Mayor
and Common Council and receives administrative direction from the
City Administrator or designee.
B.
Duties.
(1)
The City Attorney shall serve as legal advisor, which shall include,
consistent with conflict of interest and all other ethical considerations,
as well as issues of confidentiality and appropriateness of public
disclosure under the circumstances then and there existing, providing
unsolicited information, advice, clarification, direction and/or instruction
on a matter at hand when the City Attorney is in attendance at a meeting
for which any business is conducted on behalf of the City of Prescott,
and the discussion or potential direction being or to be taken by
the Mayor, Common Council or committee or officers of the City is
not legally sound or advisable.
(2)
The duty of the City Attorney and his/her actions is to provide legal
advice for the protection of the City of Prescott, its elected officials
and officers when so directed by the Mayor or the Common Council while
acting within the scope of their positions, which duty and actions
shall be consistent with conflict of interest and all other ethical
considerations.
(3)
The City Attorney shall, when requested by City officers, provide
legal opinions, which shall be filed with the City.
(4)
The City Attorney shall provide drafted ordinances when requested
by the Common Council or Mayor specific to the conditions and needs
of the City of Prescott. Drafted ordinances will take into account
all corresponding and current federal, state and county regulations.
A.
Appointment.
(1)
The Chief of Police shall be appointed by the Board of Police Commissioners,
subject to Council confirmation, and shall hold office during satisfactory
performance, subject to suspension or removal pursuant to law.
(2)
The compensation to be paid the Chief of Police for his services,
the hour 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:
[Amended 3-12-2012 by Ord. No. 07-12]
(1)
Obey all lawful orders of the Mayor and Council in accordance with
City policy, state statutes and best police practices.
(2)
Have general administration and control of the Department.
(3)
Be responsible for the Department's government, efficiency and
general good conduct.
(4)
Perform all duties prescribed to him by laws of the state and ordinances
of the City.
(5)
Develop Department policies and procedures.
(6)
Maintain Department ethics and discipline.
(7)
Delegate special assignments or duties to police officers, and monitor
to see that responsibilities are carried out.
(8)
Perform all the duties of a police officer during a portion of every
regular schedule.
(9)
Identify and evaluate ideas to achieve more efficient and effective
operation.
(10)
Prepare Department budget requests and maintain expenditures
within approved budgetary levels.
(11)
Authorize overtime work for police officers, with supporting
justification provided to the Mayor and Common Council, or committee
thereof.
(12)
Participate in the recruitment, testing and selection of new
personnel.
(13)
Supervise and participate in the advanced and continuing training
of police officers and nonsworn Department employees.
(14)
Cooperate with county, state and federal officials, and other
municipal law enforcement agencies.
(15)
Make special reports to the Common Council on request; and advise
and cooperate with other City departments in matters of public safety.
(16)
Submit weekly and annual reports to the Mayor.
(17)
Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
B.
Duties and responsibilities. The Fire Chief is responsible for developing,
directing, and providing ongoing leadership and supervision to the
Fire Department staff and for services provided by the Prescott Area
Fire & EMS Association. This position strategically manages departmental
operations to ensure the highest level of responsiveness, accountability,
and long-term viability of fire operations. The Fire Chief or designee
will hold the office of Fire Inspector. The Fire Chief will also serve
as a member of the emergency operations staff for the Prescott Area.
(1)
The Fire Chief is responsible for general supervision of Fire Department
personnel, apparatus and equipment; maintains compliance with federal,
state, and local requirements and standards for personnel, apparatus,
equipment, and facilities; and ensures fire fighters are licensed
and trained.
(2)
The Chief or designee shall be present at fires and command all fire-fighting
operations.
(3)
The Fire Chief is responsible for setting rules, regulations and
policies for the government of the Fire Department, provided such
rules and regulations shall not be inconsistent with the laws of the
State of Wisconsin or Department bylaws.
(4)
The Fire Chief is responsible for enforcing all fire prevention ordinances
of the City and State laws and regulations pertaining to fire prevention
and responsible for keeping citizens informed on fire prevention methods
and on the activities of the Department.
(5)
The Fire Chief is responsible for recruiting, training, and overseeing
volunteers to ensure that an optimum response time is maintained on
a twenty-four-hour basis.
(6)
The Fire Chief is granted, by state statute, limited police powers
to protect the life and health of the public, determine cause of fire,
and conduct emergency operations.
(7)
The Fire Chief is responsible for annual budget preparation and authorizing
purchases in line with budget limitations.
(8)
The Fire Chief is responsible for maintenance of equipment, facility,
and vehicles and responsible for instructing personnel in proper use.
(9)
The Fire Chief shall monitor changes in the state rules and regulations.
(10)
The Fire Chief is responsible for maintaining and updating standard
operating guidelines (SOG) and protocols.
(12)
The Fire Chief oversees training programs and establishes minimum
training standards and practices.
C.
Reports of Chief. The Fire Chief reports directly to the Prescott
Area Fire & EMS Association. The Fire Chief shall also report
to the Common Council from time to time at the Chief's discretion
or upon the request of the Common Council on matters concerning the
department and shall perform other duties as required by the Common
Council.
B.
Duties and responsibilities. The EMS Director is responsible for
developing, directing, and providing ongoing leadership and supervision
to the Emergency Medical Services staff and for services provided
by the Prescott Area Fire & EMS Association. This position strategically
manages departmental operations to ensure the highest level of responsiveness,
accountability, and long-term viability of the ambulance operations.
The EMS Director will also serve as the Emergency Operations Officer
for the Prescott Area.
(1)
The EMS Director:
(a)
Recruits and trains sufficient volunteers to serve on the ambulance
crews to ensure that an optimum response time is maintained on a twenty-four-hour
basis and fills in as needed during staff shortages.
(b)
Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local requirements
and standards for vehicles, personnel, and facilities and ensures
all Emergency Medical Services personnel are licensed and trained.
(c)
Communicates timely, accurate information to the Prescott Area Fire
& EMS Association, member communities, and other City departments
to facilitate interdepartmental cooperation and coordination.
(d)
Acts as liaison between Medical Director and Prescott Area Fire &
EMS Association for continuing quality improvement and quality assurance
programs.
(e)
Oversees training programs and establishes minimum training standards
and safety practices.
(2)
The EMS Director is responsible for:
(a)
Maintaining the Emergency Management Plan for the member communities
and conducting training of officials within the member communities.
(b)
Obtaining and maintaining of mutual aid agreements with neighboring
communities.
(c)
Annual budget preparation and authorizing purchases in line with
budget limitations.
(d)
Maintenance of equipment, facility, and vehicles.
(e)
Maintaining standard operating guidelines (SOG), protocols, policies,
and procedures to ensure the highest level of quality responsive care.
C.
Reporting. The EMS Director reports directly to the Prescott Area
Fire & EMS Association. The EMS Director shall also report to
the Common Council from time to time at the Director's discretion
or upon the request of the Common Council on matters concerning the
Association and shall perform other duties as required by the Common
Council.[2]
A.
Appointment.
(1)
The City of Prescott hereby elects not to be governed by those portions
of § 62.09(3)(b), Wis. Stats., relating to the method of
selection of the City Assessor which are in conflict with this section.
(Charter Ordinance)
(3)
A corporation or an independent contractor may 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 in 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.
Qualifications.
(1)
There are created the positions of Building Inspector; Electrical
Inspector; Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Inspector;
and Plumbing Inspector. The Common Council may assign or consolidate
the duties of each position with another inspection position.
(2)
Each inspector shall:
(a)
Possess such executive ability as is requisite for the performance
of his duties and shall have a thorough knowledge of the standard
materials and methods used in the installation of equipment in his
area of responsibility;
(b)
Be well versed in approved methods of construction for safety
to persons and property, the Statutes of the State of Wisconsin relating
to work in his area of responsibility, and any orders, rules and regulations
issued by authority thereof;
(c)
Have sufficient experience in the installation of equipment
to enable him to understand and apply the appropriate codes adopted
by the City of Prescott.
(3)
Each Inspector shall be certified by the State of Wisconsin in his
area of responsibility.
B.
Appointment and general powers.
(1)
A Plumbing Inspector, Electrical Inspector, HVAC Inspector and Building Inspector shall be appointed pursuant to § 135-2.
(2)
Each Inspector shall enforce the provisions of this Code of Ordinances
and all other ordinances and laws and orders of the State of Wisconsin
which relate to building construction, plumbing, HVAC and electrical
installations, subject to the respective authority of each Inspector
as set forth in this section and other chapters of the City Code of
Ordinances.
C.
May employ additional assistants. Each Inspector may employ, subject
to approval of the Common Council, any assistant inspectors and clerical
assistants necessary for the proper conduct of his office and the
inspection of installations in his area of responsibility.
D.
Authority to enter premises.
(1)
In the discharge of their respective duties, each Inspector under this section or his authorized agent may enter any building, upon presentation of the proper credentials, during reasonable hours for the purpose of inspection any may require the production of any permit or license required hereunder. No person shall interfere with the Inspector or his authorized agent while in the performance of his duties; and any person so interfering shall be in violation of this section and subject to a penalty as provided by § 1-4 of this Code.
(2)
If consent to entry to personal or real properties which are not
public buildings or to portions of public buildings which are not
open to the public for inspection purposes has been denied, the Inspector
shall obtain a special inspection warrant under § 66.0119,
Wis. Stats.
E.
Duties and authority.
(1)
Building Inspector. The Building Inspector shall have such duties as are prescribed in this section and Chapter 259, Building Construction, of this Code.
(2)
Electrical Inspector. In addition to such duties as are prescribed in Chapter 259 of this Code, the Electrical Inspector may, during reasonable hours, enter any building or premises in the discharge of his official duties or for the purpose of making any inspection, reinspection or test of the electrical equipment contained therein or its installation. When any electrical equipment is found by the Electrical Inspector to be dangerous to persons or property because it is defective or defectively installed, the person responsible for the electrical equipment shall be notified in writing and shall make any changes to place such equipment in a safe condition; and if such work is not started as soon as possible and not completed within 15 days or any longer period that may be specified by the Electrical Inspector in such notice, the Electrical Inspector may disconnect or order the discontinuance of electrical service to such electrical equipment. In cases of emergency where necessary for safety to persons or property or where electrical equipment may interfere with the work of the Fire Department, the Electrical Inspector may disconnect or cause the disconnection immediately of any electrical equipment.
(3)
HVAC Inspector. In addition to such duties as are prescribed in Chapter 259 of this Code, the HVAC Inspector shall enforce all state and City provisions relating to the construction, installation, alteration and repair of all HVAC equipment and facilities within the City and shall make such inspections, perform such tests and issue such orders as may be necessary for such enforcement.
(4)
Plumbing Inspector. In addition to such duties as are prescribed in Chapter 259 of this Code, the Plumbing Inspector shall enforce all state and City provisions relating to the construction, installation, alteration and repair of all plumbing within the City and shall make such inspections, perform such tests and issue such orders as may be necessary for such enforcement.
F.
Records.
(1)
Inspectors shall keep a record of all applications for permits and
regularly number each permit in the order of issuance. They shall
keep a record showing the number, description and size of all buildings
erected during their terms of office, indicating the kind of materials
used, the cost of each project and the aggregate cost of all buildings
and the various classes. They shall keep a record of all inspections
made and a record of all fees collected by them showing the date of
their receipt and transfer to the City Clerk.
(3)
The Plumbing Inspector shall keep a record of all sewer and water
connections and shall make maps showing the locations of the same
and the positions of all house drains, connections, junctions and
other data necessary for the efficient operation of his office.
G.
Stop-work orders and revocations. Each Inspector may order construction,
installation, alteration or repair work stopped when such work is
being done in violation of this Code of Ordinances. Work so stopped
shall not be resumed, except with written permission of the Inspector,
provided if the stop work order is an oral one it shall be followed
by a written order within a reasonable period of time.
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/her 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. The duties of Weed Commissioner
may be assigned to a City employee.
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, and in case of a ward office,
of the ward, and actually residing therein.
B.
An appointee by the Mayor, required 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.
C.
No member of the Common Council shall, during the term for which
he/she is elected, be eligible for an office or position which, during
such term, has been created by, or the selection to which is vested
in, the Council, provided that the Council may be represented on City
boards or commissions where no additional remuneration is paid such
representative except as otherwise provided by the laws of the State
of Wisconsin.
City officers must observe the standards of care imposed by
§ 19.21, Wis. Stats., with respect to the care and custody
of official property.
[Amended 1-9-2012 by Ord.
No. 21-11]
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.
[1]
Editor's Note: Former § 135-23, Residency requirements,
as amended, was repealed 8-26-2013 by Ord. No. 06-13.
A.
Director of Public Works.
(1)
Powers. The Director of Public Works shall manage, operate and control
the municipal utilities and shall have all of the powers of the Utility
Commission as specified in § 66.0805, Wis. Stats.
(2)
Duties.
(a)
The Director of Public Works shall see that rules and regulations
of this Municipal Code relative to the water utility are executed.
(b)
He shall see that the conditions of all contracts by or with
the water utility are fully complied with.
(c)
He shall report on conditions and operation of the Water Utility
from time to time to the Common Council and recommend any repairs,
additions or improvements as he may deem necessary.
(d)
He shall have general supervision over all the operations and
interests of the Water Utility.
(e)
The Director of Public Works shall have entire charge and management
of the sanitary sewer systems and the sewage disposal plant of the
City under the general control of the Common Council.
B.
Treasurer. The City Treasurer shall act as cashier of the Water Utility
and the Sewer Utility and shall collect, receive and deposit all water
and sewer bills and charges. The Treasurer shall keep an accurate
account of all expenditures and receipts of each utility in record
books kept for that purpose.
