There is hereby created a city department to be known as the Dallas transit system for the purpose of providing public mass transportation for the general public of the city, contiguous unincorporated areas and adjoining municipalities, the head of which shall be the general manager who shall be appointed by the city manager. In addition to the general manager, the Dallas transit system shall be comprised of such assistants and employees as the city council may authorize upon recommendation of the city manager. (Ord. 18515)