The Chief of Police of the city shall supervise and direct the overall operation and activities of the City Police Department in the enforcement of all laws which relate to the prevention of crime and the protection of lives and property. The Chief of Police shall further be subject to the duties and have the passes set forth by statute including, but not limited to KRS 95.019. The Chief of Police shall further provide for order at all City Council meetings through personal attendance or that of a subordinate officer and perform any additional services which the Mayor deems necessary to carry out the duties of the Chief of Police. Prior to taking office, the Chief of Police will take an oath to faithfully perform the duties of the office and that he or she has the requisite qualifications for office. The Chief of Police shall be paid a salary as set forth by city ordinance. For more detailed administration duties, please refer to Chapter 36 of this code.
(Ord. G-D1, Series 1987, passed 2-23-87; Am. Ord. G-D11, Series 2007-2008, passed 6-24-08)
Cross-reference:
Safety Service Director established, see § 36.01