[R.O. 1991 § 200.005; Ord. No. 20-1207, 10-13-2020]
All other provisions of this Chapter notwithstanding, in lieu of the appointment of police and a Chief of Police, the Board of Aldermen may contract with the Sheriff of Audrain County, Missouri, to fulfill the duties and responsibilities of the Chief of Police and Police Officers. Acting under contact, the Sheriff and his or her deputies shall have the same authority as a City Police Officer and shall enforce the ordinances of the City and enjoy all of the powers and duties of appointed police. During the time such a contract is in effect, the appointive office of Chief of Police will be vacant. In the event any such contract is terminated, the City Administrator shall recommend to the Mayor and Board of Aldermen some suitable person to serve as Chief of Police to resume the duties and responsibilities required by ordinance at the time of termination of any such contract.