(a) The City shall have a marshal, designated Chief of Police, appointed by the Mayor, with the advice and consent of Council. The Chief of Police shall continue in office until removed therefrom as provided in Ohio R.C. 737.171.
(Ord. 8-1976. Passed 3-2-76.)
(b) The Chief of Police shall pursue his duties on a full-time basis. The Chief may be employed in other work provided that it does not conflict with his Village duties and responsibilities and that such employment is approved in advance by the Mayor. The age of the Chief shall comply with any requisites set by the State. He must have completed the required courses in law enforcement established by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Council and have a valid completion certificate therefrom. He shall have completed training in police supervision and management.
(Ord. 18-94. Passed 4-5-94.)
(c) No person shall be appointed Chief of Police under this section unless not more than sixty days prior to receiving such appointment, he has passed a physical examination given by a licensed physician, showing that he meets the physical requirements necessary to perform the duties of the Chief of Police. The Mayor shall, prior to making any such appointment, file with the Police and Firemen's Pension and Disability Fund, a copy of the report of findings of such licensed physician. The professional fee for such physical examination shall be paid by Council.
(Ord. 8-1976. Passed 3-2-76.)