Council shall, within one (1) year of the date of its first organizational meeting, adopt an ordinance creating the Office of Fire Marshall. The ordinance shall include but not be limited to provisions concerning the method of appointment of the Fire Marshall, term of office, and the powers, duties, staff and compensation appertaining to the office.
Council shall contemporaneously with the creation of the Office of Fire Marshall, adopt an ordinance in the nature of a Fire Prevention Code. Such ordinance shall include but not be limited to provisions concerning the construction, use and maintenance of structures as related to fire prevention and the inspection and enforcement methods designed to insure compliance with the ordinance.
Prior to adoption or amendment of the ordinances aforesaid Council shall consult with representatives of all Penn Hills Volunteer Fire Companies.