The fire commissioner is authorized to organize and present seminars, conferences and other gatherings to educate and inform participants regarding fire safety, fire prevention and other fire-related matters. In furtherance thereof, the fire commissioner is authorized to enter into and execute short-term lease agreements, sponsorship agreements, and such other instruments, any of which may include indemnification provisions, and to perform any and all acts, including the expenditure of funds subject to appropriation therefor, as shall be necessary or advisable in connection with the organization and presentation of such gatherings. The fire commissioner is further authorized to charge a reasonable fee for attendance at such gatherings, and to solicit, accept and use contributions of funds, materials, equipment and services for such gatherings. All such contributions shall be reported on receipt to the city comptroller and to the board of ethics. Personnel of the fire department may be assigned to conduct or otherwise participate in such gatherings subject to availability.
(Added Coun. J. 5-18-16, p. 24131, § 2)