(A) The Chief shall have control of all firefighting apparatus and shall be solely responsible for its care and condition.
(B) The Chief shall make an annual report to the Council at its September meeting, including the equipment condition and department needs.
(C) The Chief may submit additional reports and recommendations at any Council meeting.
(D) The Chief shall be responsible for the proper training and discipline of the Department members, and may suspend any member for refusal or neglect to obey orders pending final action by the Council on that members' discharge or retention.
(E) The Chief shall report each suspension of a Fire Department member at the first meeting of the Council following the suspension.
(F) The Chief shall be charged with the enforcement of all parts of this code aimed at fire prevention.
(G) The Chief shall have full authority to inspect all premises and to cause the removal or abatement of all fire hazards.
(1987 Code, § 203.03)