The Fire Chief and whoever he may appoint from the Fire Department and from the Police Department, subject to the approval of the Mayor, be invested with the authority to investigate all fires within the City.
The Fire Chief or whoever he may appoint, with the Mayor's approval, shall be present at all fires, investigate the cause thereof, examine witnesses, compel the attendance of witnesses and production of books and papers, and do and perform all other acts necessary to the effective discharge of such duties.
The Fire Chief or whoever he may appoint, with the Mayor's approval, may administer oaths, and enter for the purpose of examination any building which, in his opinion, is in danger from fire.
The Fire Chief shall report his proceeding to Council at such times as it requires him to report.
(Ord. 4-1982. Passed 1-18-82.)