§7.03   DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS.

   (A)   There is hereby created a Department of Development Services to be headed by a Director of Development Services. The Director of Development Services shall be appointed by the City Manager. The Director of Development Services shall serve at the pleasure of the City Manager, and may be removed, without cause, by the City Manager.

   (B)   The Director of Development Services shall be qualified by training or experience to carry out the powers, duties and functions of the office, and, if feasible considering applicants for the position and the compensation to be paid, shall possess a degree in urban planning, or its equivalent, or demonstrated satisfactory performance as an urban planner or economic development professional.

   (C)   The Director of Development Services shall be subject to the direction, control and supervision of the City Manager and shall have the following powers, duties and functions:

      (1)   To advise the City Manager on matters affecting the development, redevelopment and renewal of the City.

      (2)   To coordinate the work of and to advise the Council, the City Manager, the Planning Commission, and other departments, boards and commissions of the City in the development and modification of comprehensive plans for the City.

      (3)   To advise, by way of review and recommendation, the Council, the City Manager, and the City’s departments, boards and commissions concerning programs and activities to implement the comprehensive plans of the City.

      (4)   To advise and assist the Planning Commission in the exercise of its powers, duties and functions.

      (5)   To advise, by way of review and recommendation, the Council, the City Manager, and the City’s Departments, Boards and Commissions concerning programs and strategies that enhance a viable, diverse economic base within the City.

      (6)   To perform such other powers, duties and functions as are provided under this Charter, the ordinances and resolutions of the City, and as directed by the City Manager, provided the City Manager’s directions are not in conflict with and are consistent with this Charter and the City’s ordinances and resolutions. (Amended 11-5-02)