(a) There shall be a City Attorney who shall be a member in good standing of the Marion County Bar, appointed by the Manager with the approval of the Council to serve at the pleasure of Council. He shall serve as chief legal advisor to the Council, the Manager and all City departments, offices and agencies, shall represent the City in all legal proceedings and shall perform any other duties prescribed by this Charter or by ordinance.
(b) Whenever the exigencies of the business of the City require such action, the City Manager shall have right to employ special counsel to assist the City Attorney.