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Charter Reference—Created, art. IV §1.
Cross Reference—As to ambulance fees adopted by the city, a current schedule of these fees is held on file in the city offices.
[CC 1970 §2-116; CC 1947 §8-19]
The City Fire Department shall consist of the Chief of the Fire Department, the Fire Marshal, Fire Captains and such firefighters and employees as the City Manager may from time to time determine to be required for efficient fire protection in the City.
[CC 1970 §2-117; CC 1947 §8-20]
The Chief of the Fire Department shall have charge of the station houses, vehicles, supplies and equipment of said department. He/she shall have direct charge and supervision of all firefighters and shall see that the equipment and property are kept in good order and condition and that the department is active and vigilant in promptly answering fire calls, extinguishing fires and protecting lives and property within the City.
[CC 1970 §2-118; CC 1947 §8-24]
The Chief of the Fire Department may promulgate rules and regulations for the government of the firefighters and department, subject to approval by the City Manager, and may, subject to like approval, amend or repeal any such rule or regulation or adopt new rules or regulations.
[CC 1970 §2-121; CC 1947 §8-25]
It shall be the duty of each firefighter to be responsive to and obey all rules and regulations adopted for the Fire Department, as herein provided, and all orders and directions of the Chief or firefighter of superior rank. They shall, as directed, also serve as inspectors or assistants in the carrying out and enforcement of the provisions of this Code relating to public safety.