Whenever a power is granted to or is duly imposed upon a public officer, or employee, the power may be exercised or the duty may be performed by a deputy of such officer, or employee, or by a person otherwise duly authorized, pursuant to law or ordinance or regulation or by an officer of the county or city, or by a deputy or employee of such officer when by contract with the city such officer is obligated and has agreed to perform certain duties on behalf of the city, unless this chapter expressly provides otherwise.
(Ord. 1525, passed 2-6-08)