The mayor and board of trustees shall exercise general supervision and control over the police department and all members thereof. Whenever practicable, the following procedures shall be followed in exercising such general supervision and control:
A. Establish Rules And Regulations: The standing committee on police and public safety shall establish rules, regulations, general orders, work schedules, salaries, schedules and other administrative procedures for the police department, after consulting with the chief of police. The police and public safety committee shall then report to the mayor and board of trustees regarding such matters for their final approval, prior to their becoming effective.
B. Grievances: Any grievances, complaints or suggestions made by members of the police department shall be transmitted to the chief of police who shall in turn bring them before the police and public safety committee for their consideration. Said committee shall then make recommendations regarding the same to the mayor and board of trustees for ultimate final action thereon. (Ord. 457, 8-11-1976)