In addition to the other powers and duties specifically mentioned in this subchapter, the board of ethics shall have the following powers and duties:
(d) To conduct reviews and/or investigations based on requests or complaints concerning any matter covered by §§ 35.050 through 35.059 and the city charter. Council shall receive a report of all findings and recommendations of all complaints or investigations of the board regarding §§ 35.050 through 35.059. Upon receiving the report from the board, council shall follow procedures set forth in §§ 35.050 through 35.059 and shall determine if disciplinary action is necessary;
(f) Under §§ 35.025 through 35.036, to subpoena persons or documents and issue subpoenas to the fullest extent authorized by law. Persons accused or under investigation shall have authority to subpoena persons or documents in preparation of their defense. No unreasonable subpoena request will be denied by the board to the accused;
(h) To consult with municipal agencies, officials and employees on matters involving ethical conduct;
(j) To adopt procedural rules consistent with the requirements of due process of law, consistent with the rules of evidence, consistent with the intent of this chapter and the city charter, and subject to review by the city council;
(1992 Code, § 12.5-10) (Ord. 24-09, passed 3-16-2009; Ord. 03-11, passed 1-18-2011; Ord. 57-12, passed 8-7-2012)