Appointments and promotions in the service of the City shall be made according to merit and fitness, pursuant to rules provided by Council. The classified service of the City shall include all offices and positions of the City, except the following, which constitute unclassified offices and positions:
A. Members of Council
B. City Clerk, Clerk of Council, and Clerk of Court
C. Mayor
D. Manager
E. Department Heads
F. Members of Boards or Commissions
G. Other positions as recommended by the Manager with the approval of Council or as provided in the City Civil Service rules.
All rules and procedures provided by Council shall supersede and override State statutes including State Civil Service statutes and rules.