The Fire Chief shall be appointed by the Mayor, subject to confirmation by five (5) members of the Council for an indefinite term.
A. The appointed Fire Chief need not be a resident of the village at the time of his appointment, but shall become a resident thereof within one (1) year after his appointment by the Mayor and confirmation of the Council. The Fire Chief shall continue in office until removed by the Mayor and a concurrence of five (5) members of Council. The Fire Chief may be removed or suspended as provided by the Ohio Revised Code, or otherwise disciplined by the Mayor. Such removal, suspension or discipline shall be with a concurrence of five (5) members of Council.
B. No person shall receive an appointment as Fire Chief under this charter unless, not more than 60 days prior to receiving an appointment, he has passed a physical examination given by a licensed physician, showing that he meets the physical requirements necessary to perform the duties of Fire Chief as established by the Council. The professional fee for the physical examination shall be paid for by the Municipality.
(Amended 11-8-94)