(a)
Membership. The Police and Fire Commission shall consist of five members who shall be appointed by the assembly.
(b)
Term. The Police and Fire Commission shall be appointed for three year terms with staggered expiration dates.
(c)
Procedure. The commission shall establish rules of procedure for the conduct of its business.
(d)
Duties. The Police and Fire Commission shall advise the assembly concerning police and fire department matters, make recommendations concerning public safety, and undertake such other duties as the assembly may assign.
(e)
Retention. Not earlier than one year nor later than three years following unification of the municipality there shall be a municipal referendum to determine whether the Police and Fire Commission shall or shall not be retained in this charter.