Borough of Tyrone, PA Article IX Department of Police

§ 3-29 Function.

The Department of Police shall be responsible for the protection of persons and property within the municipality against crime. (See also Article XIII, Home Rule Charter.)

§ 3-30 Department head; duties.

The duties of the Chief shall be to:

A. Prevent crimes against persons and property.

B. Enforce all criminal laws and ordinances.

C. Detect and apprehend offenders and suspected persons.

D. Maintain records and files of crimes and criminals.

E. Operate facilities for the safekeeping of prisoners.

F. Develop and conduct community relations and education programs.

G. Operate and maintain the police radio and other municipal radio and emergency communication systems.

H. Maintain records and logs relating to radio and emergency communication systems as are required by law.

I. Direct and supervise the activities of the Code Enforcement Officer who will be responsible for:

(1) Enforcing zoning, subdivision, building, electrical, heating, plumbing, housing, demolition and such other related structural and land use codes as may be enacted by law or ordinance.

(2) Conducting all health and sanitation inspections and ensuring enforcement of all health, sanitation and safety ordinances.

(3) Issuing such licenses and permits as may be required by law or ordinance.

(4) Serving as staff person to the Zoning Hearing Board.

(5) Directing and supervising the activities of the Animal Control Officer.