SECTION 5.04 DEPARTMENT OF FIRE AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE (E.M.S.)
There shall be a Department of Fire and E.M.S., the head of which shall be the Fire Chief. The Fire Chief shall be appointed by and report to the Manager. The Department of Fire and E.M.S. shall provide all fire protection and life squad services within the City. The appointment, promotion and removal of members of the Department of Fire and E.M.S. including the Fire Chief shall be made by the Manager in accordance with this Charter.