(a) Committees. There shall be standing committees of Council comprised of members of Council appointed by the Mayor and governed by rules adopted by Council. The Mayor shall appoint Chairs of the standing committees whose work will be supported by appropriate members of the City Staff. The standing committees shall include no fewer than three (3) and no more than five (5) Councilors. The missions of these committees are:
(1) Finance Committee: Recommend an annual budget to Council. Supervise budget management and make reports to Council. Review and propose to Council municipal debt instruments and grants. Make fiscal forecasts and report same to Council.
(2) Rules and Ordinances: Consider and propose to Council new and amended ordinances, rules, and policies.
(3) Municipal Properties: Monitor and report to Council on the condition of and proposed plans for city buildings, real estate, and rights-of-way. Review and propose to Council capital investment in buildings, real estate, and associated infrastructure.
(4) Public Safety: Monitor and report to council on the activities of, condition of and proposed plans for municipal public safety assets, including police, fire, and emergency services. Review and propose to Council capital investment in public safety equipment and infrastructure.
(5) Personnel: Review and propose to Council employment policies, including employee compensation and benefits and an employee handbook. Review applications for primary staff positions recommended by the Mayor and make hiring recommendations to Council.