1731.07 MAYOR AND COUNCIL POWERS; DUTIES.
   (a)   Powers. The Mayor and Council shall exercise such powers as may be necessary or convenient to carry out and effectuate the purposes of this article, including the following powers in addition to others herein granted:
      (1)   Administer oaths, affirmations, examine witnesses, and receive evidence;
      (2)   Enter upon premises for the purpose of making inspections as hereinafter provided;
      (3)   Appoint and fix the duties of such officers, agents, and employees as it deems necessary to carry out the purpose of this article;
      (4)   Delegate any of its functions and powers under this article to such officers or agents as it may designate; and
      (5)   Adopt such rules, regulations and bylaws for the conduct of its business and affairs.
   (b)   Administration. The Mayor and Council may appoint an officer or officers to assist in the performance of their functions and duties and carry out such actions as may be required to enforce the provisions of this article.