A. Powers And Duties Generally: The city planning commission shall prepare, from time to time, plans for the systematic development of the city as a place of residence or for commerce. It shall have the power and authority to employ engineers and attorneys, clerks, and a secretary, or other help deemed necessary, subject to the approval of the city council.
B. Compensation: The salary and compensation of such employees shall be fixed by the city council and shall be paid out of the city treasury as other officers and employees. The necessary expenses incurred by said commission shall be paid out of the city treasury as other legal expense of the city government. (1985 Code ch. 16 § 1-7)