(A) The Chief shall have control of all the firefighting apparatus and shall be solely responsible for its care and condition. The Chief shall make a report, semi-annually, to the Council at its meeting in March and September as to the condition of the equipment and needs of the Fire Department.
(B) The Chief may submit additional reports and recommendations at any meeting of the Council and shall report each suspension by the Chief, of a member of the Fire Department at the first meeting of the Council following such suspension.
(C) The Chief shall be responsible for the proper training and discipline of the members of the Fire Department and may suspend any member for refusal or neglect to obey orders pending final action by the Council and on discharge or retention.
(Ord. 202, passed - -)