§ 24-20. Powers and duties of Chief.

A. 

Generally. The Chief of the Fire Department shall, under the direction of the Mayor, have entire control of the Department, its officers and members and civilian members. The Chief of the Fire Department shall be responsible for the discipline, good order and proper conduct of the persons constituting the Department and for the good condition of all property connected therewith.

B. 

At the scene of a fire. The Chief of the Fire Department shall have the sole charge and absolute control and command over all persons present at fires and shall take prompt measures to arrange the various pieces of apparatus in the most advantageous manner and issue such orders as he/she may deem necessary. In case of the absence of the Chief at a fire, the ranking officer present shall, during his/her absence, have and exercise all the power and authority of the Chief and shall perform the duties of his/her office.

Amended 5-18-2009 by Ord. No. 09-177