The Police Department shall consist of a Chief of Police and such other officers and personnel as Council shall deem advisable. The position of Chief of Police shall hereafter be subject to the civil service provisions of the Charter and the Director of Public Safety shall appoint a Police Chief in accordance with civil service law from those individuals eligible for such position either from within or outside the Police Department. This amendment shall modify Article XII, Section 12.01 entitled "Civil Service Commission" to the extent it is in conflict therewith. Other officers and personnel shall be appointed by the Director of Public Safety subject only to applicable civil service provisions of this Charter.
(Amended 11-2-65)