(A) In relation to matters coming before it for disposition, the Council shall have the power and authority to compel the attendance of witnesses, to examine them under oath, and to compel the production of evidence, including all papers, relating to any business before it. Subpoenas may be issued in the name of the city and may be attested to by the City Clerk. Disobedience of such subpoenas or refusal to testify (upon other than Constitutional grounds) shall constitute a misdemeanor and shall be punishable by a fine as provided in § 30.99 of this chapter.
(B) The Mayor, the Mayor Pro Tem of the Council, and each member of the Council shall have the power to administer oaths and affirmations relative to any business brought before the Council or under consideration by committees of the Council.
('63 Code, § 2-2.24) (Ord. 2834, passed 4-19-60; Am. Ord. 370-C.S., passed 8-3-82)