(a) Every officer of the City, before entering upon the duties of his office, shall take and subscribe to an oath of office, which shall be filed and kept in the office of the City Clerk, to support the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Michigan; to endeavor to secure and maintain an honest and efficient administration of the affairs of the City of Southgate, free from partisan distinction or control; and to perform the duties of his office to the best of his ability.
(b) If any bond is required of such officer, then the same shall be furnished, approved by the Council and filed with the Clerk before entering upon the duties of his office.
(c) In case a bond is required by the Clerk, then such bond shall be filed with the Treasurer.
(d) All bonds required of any officers shall be surety company bonds and the premium thereon shall be paid by the City. The Council may, at any time, require additional or new bonds, and failure to comply with such requirement within fifteen days shall be grounds for removal from office by the Council.