The Mayor with the approval of the City Council, may appoint any reputable person as a special police officer to serve for such term and on such conditions as may be designated by the terms of such appointment. Special police officers shall have the powers and duties of a conservator of the peace, and shall receive no compensation from the city, unless such compensation is ordered by the City Council. Appointments may be revoked at any time by the Mayor, the City Council or the Chief of Police.
(Prior Code, § 6-10)