§ 404. Fire.

(a)

Duties. There will exist a Fire Department, under the supervision of a Fire Chief, to perform the following duties when not otherwise assigned to another department:

(1)

Fire protection. To suppress fires, inspect buildings and property and enforce fire protection laws.

(2)

Emergency medical services. Participate in the pre-hospital emergency medical services system.

(3)

Hazardous materials. Participate in regulation, clean-up and public safety measures relating to hazardous materials.

(4)

Rescue. Assist in the rescue of persons at risk of injury or death, and property at the risk of damage or destruction.

(5)

Training. The Fire Chief, or one acting for the Fire Chief, shall provide for the proper training of Fire Department personnel.

(6)

Other assigned duties. Perform such other duties as may be prescribed by law.

(b)

Authority to destroy property to stop fire. The Fire Chief, or one acting for the Fire Chief, shall have power to order the destruction of any building, structure, fence or thing if the Fire Chief shall deem it necessary for the purpose of checking the progress of any fire.

(c)

Appointment. The Fire Chief shall be appointed by the City Manager based on executive ability, qualifications and experience in the fire service.

(Ord. No. 140061 , § 4, 1-23-14, eff. 5-1-14)