*Cross reference: Animal control officer, see Sections 90.35 through 90.37.

There is created the office of city attorney, an executive office of the city. The attorney shall be appointed by the mayor. (‘69 Code, § 32.001)

The mayor may from time to time retain an attorney to represent or advise the city on legal matters if no city attorney has been appointed. He may likewise retain special counsel to advise or represent the city on special matters or to assist the city attorney. (‘69 Code, § 32.005)

The attorney shall prosecute or defend any and all suits or actions at law or equity to which the city may be a party, in which it may be interested, or which may be brought against or by any officer of the city on behalf of the city or in the capacity of such person as an officer of the city. (‘69 Code, § 32.010)

It shall be the duty of the attorney to see to the full enforcement of all judgments or decrees rendered or entered in favor of the city, and of all similar interlocutory orders. (1942 Code, § 46)

The attorney shall be the legal advisor of the municipality and shall render advice on all legal questions affecting the city whenever requested to do so by any city official. Upon request by the mayor or by the city council he shall reduce any such opinion to writing. (‘69 Code, § 32.020)

It shall be the duty of the attorney to see to the completion of all special assessment proceedings and condemnation proceedings. (‘69 Code, § 32.025)

*Prior history: 1969 Code §§ 32.050--32.065.

The position of building inspector is created subject to the provisions of the ordinance codified in Sections 32.10--32.13. (Ord. 1332, passed 6-20-00)

(A) The building inspector shall receive general direction and supervision from the city administrator.
(B) The building inspector shall provide general direction and supervision to the electrical inspector and plumbing inspector. If qualified and capable, the building inspector shall perform the duties of said positions at the request of the city administrator.
(C) The building inspector shall be responsible for securing compliance with building and zoning codes and related regulations, implementing procedures and policies for the building department, including inspecting the construction of buildings, additions, and alterations to ensure compliance with said codes and regulations.
(D) The building inspector shall be responsible for implementing and maintaining the building permit program. He/she shall review requests and issue building and occupancy permits as appropriate.
(E) The building inspector may confer with contractors and property owners and assist them in altering construction plans to meet established standards.
(F) In addition, other duties shall include, but are not limited to the following:
(1) Interpreting regulations and codes to builders and property owners;
(2) Recommending and proposing amendments to the city’s building code to achieve compliance with legislative and technical changes;
(3) Inspecting building construction sites or buildings for code compliance relating to structural adequacy and safety of all facilities including alterations and problem conditions;
(4) Assisting in court proceedings to enforce city ordinances;
(5) Inspecting new businesses and other occupancies to verify compliance with all related codes or regulations. To order the discontinuance of illegal uses;
(6) Assisting in the maintenance of all zoning records, including master zoning maps, amendments, special use permits, variances and appeals;
(7) Acting as a technical advisor to various city committees, boards and officials on matters relating to building codes, ordinances, or other regulations;
(8) Performing other tasks that may be directed by the city administrator. (Ord. 1332, passed 6-20-00; Am. Ord. 1628, passed 4-20-04)

The building inspector shall be employed under terms of which shall be agreed upon by both the inspector and the majority of the corporate authorities of the city. The inspector may not be employed by any other governmental body or business during the period of the inspector’s employment. (Ord. 1333, passed 8-15-00)

The rate of compensation of the building inspector shall be set by the city council and may be adjusted from time to time as the city council deems appropriate. (Ord. 1333, passed 8-15-00)

(A) There is created the office of city collector, an executive office of the city.
(B) The collector shall be appointed by the mayor. (‘69 Code, §§ 32.100, 32.105)

It shall be the duty of the collector to collect and receive all money due on special assessments and special taxes that are not paid directly to the treasurer, to collect and receive water tax fees and sewer charges, and to keep records pertaining to the collections as may be required by statute or ordinance. (‘69 Code, § 32.110)

Before entering upon his duties, the collector shall file with the city clerk a bond in the sum of $10,000 with sureties approved by the council conditioned to indemnify the city for any loss or liability due to or occasioned by any act or failure to act on the part of the collector. (‘69 Code, § 32.115)

(A) The collector shall make reports regarding delinquent special assessments as required by statute and shall make a monthly report to the city council showing what money has been received and the source thereof.
(B) The collector shall also make an annual report during the last month of the fiscal year showing all the activities of his office.
(C) The office of city collector and deputy city clerk may be combined in one person. (‘69 Code, § 32.120)

There is created the office of superintendent of streets and sewers. The superintendent of streets and sewers shall be appointed by the mayor. (‘69 Code, § 32.150)

(A) The superintendent of streets and sewers shall be charged with the duty of superintending the care of the streets generally, the laying out and widening of the streets, and the repairing of the streets and keeping them clean and free from obstructions. He shall perform the duties and exercise the powers under the control of the city council necessary to this work.
(B) He shall also have the care and supervision of the sewers of the city both as to the laying of new sewers and repairing the sewer system. He shall supervise connections with the city sewer system.
(C) He shall have charge of the collection of garbage and refuse in the city. (‘69 Code, §§ 32.155, 32.160)

Cross-reference: Sewage disposal regulations, see Ch. 54; Streets and sidewalks, see Ch. 92

He shall give a report to the city council each month in relation to his work as superintendent of streets and sewers and shall give an annual report on or before the end of each municipal fiscal year. (‘69 Code, § 32.165)

(A) The superintendent of streets and sewers shall report to the council any ordinance violation in relation to the care or use of the streets, alleys, sidewalks, or sewers of the city of which he may become cognizant.
(B) Should the office be vacated through resignation or nonappointment, the duties of the office shall in the interim devolve upon the council committee or committees having supervision of streets and sewers. (‘69 Code, § 32.170)

There is created the office of superintendent of water, an executive office of the city. He shall be appointed by the mayor. He shall be the head of the water department and responsible for the efficient management thereof. (‘69 Code, §§ 32.200, 32.205)

He shall be the head of the city waterworks and shall have the care and custody of the water supply system and all equipment, pipes, and machinery pertaining thereto, and shall be responsible for the care of such property and for the efficient management of the waterworks system. (‘69 Code, § 32.210)

The superintendent of water and all officers and employees of the water department shall be charged with and see to the enforcement of all ordinance provisions relating to the water system where no provision to the contrary is made. (‘69 Code, § 32.215)

Cross-reference: Water regulations, see Title V.

There is created the office of plumbing inspector, who shall be appointed by the mayor. (‘69 Code, § 32.250)

It shall be the duty of the plumbing inspector to examine and approve or disapprove all plumbing installations. Where the same conform to the provisions of this code the inspector shall approve the installations. (‘69 Code, § 32.255)

The plumbing inspector shall receive a regular salary as determined by the city council, or shall for his services be entitled to retain as determined by the city council the amount or percentage of the inspection fee for each installation examined, $20 per (or 50% of the) inspection, with no less than $1,000 per quarter and the remaining to be paid to the city collector. (‘69 Code, § 32.260; Am. Ord. 1398, 12-18-01; Am. Ord. 1647, passed 10-19-04)

The office of city engineer is hereby created subject to the provisions of this article. (Ord. 07-12-04-03, passed 12-4-07)

The city engineer shall be appointed by the mayor upon the advice and consent of the city council on the basis of professional qualifications, with special reference to specific education for, actual experience in and knowledge of accepted practices in the field of civil engineering and the duties of the office as specified below. The appointment shall be made without consideration of the candidate’s race, sex, politics or religious beliefs. The person appointed to this office need not be a resident of the city or of the state at the time of appointment, provided, however, that such person shall establish residency within 25 miles of the city within 120 days after the appointment. (Ord. 07-12-04-03, passed 12-4-07)

The city engineer shall be an exempt full-time employee of the city. The city engineer shall be employed by contract, the terms of which shall be agreed upon by both the engineer and a majority of the corporate authorities of the city. The engineer shall not be otherwise employed. (Ord. 07-12-04-03, passed 12-4-07)

Subject to the terms and conditions of state and federal law and this article, the city council and the engineer shall enter into an employment contract which specifies the level of compensation and other terms of the engineer’s employment. (Ord. 07-12-04-03, passed 12-4-07)

Unless otherwise provided in a written contract of employment, the city engineer may be suspended or removed from office by a resolution approved by the city council which shall set forth the reasons for suspension or proposed removal. A copy of such resolution shall be served immediately upon the city engineer. If removal is sought, the engineer shall have 15 days in which to reply thereto in writing and, upon request, shall be afforded a public hearing which shall occur not earlier than 10 days nor later than 15 days after such hearing is requested. After the public hearing, if one is requested, and after full consideration, the city council by a majority vote of its total membership may adopt a final resolution of removal. The city engineer shall continue to receive full salary until the effective date of a final resolution of removal. (Ord. 07-12-04-03, passed 12-4-07)

The city engineer shall be responsible to the mayor and city council for the proper administration of all affairs of the city. In discharging this responsibility, the city engineer shall:
(A) Advise the mayor and city council with respect to professional engineering matters when requested.
(B) Make current corrections to the city map, comprehensive plan map and the zoning map.
(C) Render professional engineering advice to the various committees, boards and commissions of the city as required by law or as authorized by the mayor and city council.
(D) Fulfill his or her duties and responsibilities on a full-time basis and not assume outside responsibilities involving remuneration and/or time away from his or her job without the express written consent of the corporate authorities; and
(E) Perform such other duties as may be specified by law or city ordinance or as may from time to time be assigned by the corporate authorities. (Ord. 07-12-04-03, passed 12-4-07)

The office of city administrator is hereby created subject to the provisions of the ordinance codified in Sections 32.100-32.108. (Ord. 1330, passed 5-16-00)

The city administrator shall be appointed by the mayor upon the advice and consent of the city council on the basis of executive and administrative qualifications, with special reference to specific professional education for, actual experience in, and knowledge of accepted practices in the administration of local government and the duties of the office as specified below. The appointment shall be made without consideration of the candidate’s race, sex, politics, or religious beliefs. The person appointed to this office need not be a resident of the city or of the state at the time of appointment provided, however, that such person shall establish residency within 25 miles of the city within 120 days after the appointment. Neither the mayor nor any member of the city council shall receive such appointment during their term of office or within two years after the expiration of that term. (Ord. 1330, passed 5-16-00)

The city administrator shall be employed by contract, the terms of which shall be agreed upon by both the administrator and a majority of the corporate authorities of the city. The administrator shall not be otherwise employed. (Ord. 1330, passed 5-16-00)

The city administrator shall be compensated in an amount to be set by the city council and may be adjusted from time to time as the city council deems appropriate. Subject to the terms and conditions of state law and this section, the city council and the administrator shall enter into an employment contract which specifies the level of compensation and other terms of the administrator’s employment. (Ord. 1330, passed 5-16-00)

Unless otherwise provided in a written contract of employment, the city administrator may be suspended or removed from office by a resolution approved by the city council which shall set forth the reasons for suspension and proposed removal. A copy of such resolution shall be served immediately upon the city administrator. The administrator shall have 15 days in which to reply thereto in writing and, upon request, shall be afforded a public hearing which shall occur not earlier than 10 days nor later than 15 days after such hearing is requested. After the public hearing, if one is requested, and after full consideration, the city council by a majority vote of its total membership may adopt a final resolution of removal. The city administrator shall continue to receive full salary until the effective date of a final resolution of removal. (Ord. 1330, passed 5-16-00)

The city administrator shall be responsible to the mayor and city council for the proper administration of all affairs of the city. In discharging this responsibility, the city administrator shall:
(A) Direct, supervise, and coordinate the administration of all departments, offices, and agencies of the city, excluding the police department and except as otherwise provided by law;
(B) Remit, screen and evaluate all candidates for employment with the city and recommend the appointment, suspension or removal of any city employee or appointed administrative officer. The city administrator shall be responsible to the mayor and city council for the supervision of all departments with the exception of the technical supervision of the police department, which shall be provided by the police chief;
(C) Act as city council designee on any grievance procedures as outlined in the current labor agreement, excluding the procedure for the police department grievances;
(D) Prepare the agenda for and attend all city council meetings and such other meetings as directed by the mayor. The city administrator shall have the right to take part in all discussions, but shall not vote;
(E) Provide for the enforcement of all laws and ordinances within the city;
(F) In cooperation with the city clerk, the city treasurer and the financial officer, provide the necessary information concerning estimated funds to be available to the city and necessary costs to be defrayed by the city for each fiscal year, and present such matters to the city council prior to the preparation of the annual appropriations ordinance, and after discussion thereof, in cooperation with the city clerk, the city treasurer and the financial officer, prepare a summation of the estimated funds and expenses of the city for the next fiscal year for the preparation of the annual appropriations ordinance;
(G) Prepare the annual budget, with the advice of the finance committee, and submit it to the city council not later than the first meeting of the city council in March of each year, together with a description of any important features and responsibilities for its administration or adoption;
(H) Keep the city council fully advised as to the present financial condition and future needs of the city;
(I) Advise the city council on pending decisions of public policy and recommend to the city council the adoption of such measures as the administrator may deem necessary or expedient for the health, safety and welfare of the community or for the improvement of administrative services;
(J) Be responsible for procurement of commodities and services for all city departments, offices, and agencies, and promulgate purchasing rules which shall be followed by city employees in the procurement of goods and services;
(K) Propose to the city council such personnel rules and regulation as the administrator deems necessary to manage the personnel policies of the city and recommend to the city council, salaries of all department heads of the city on an annual basis;
(L) With the assistance of the city attorney, be responsible for the conduct of all collective bargaining processes of the city, and recommend to the city council collective bargaining agreements for consideration and possible final approval by the council. The city administrator shall be responsible for administering all employee organization contracts reached through the collective bargaining process;
(M) Provide staff support services for the mayor and the city council, as well as the city’s various committees and commissions;
(N) Research and review funds that may be available to the city through federal, state, or private agencies, and bring such matters to the attention of the city council;
(O) Make, in the ordinary course of business, any and all purchases of materials and supplies reasonably necessary for the day to day operation of the city, as generally provided for in the annual appropriation ordinance, provided that any purchases in excess of $2,500 shall not be made until after first procuring the approval of the city council, and included therewith in any purchase, comply with applicable statutes and ordinances providing for, among other things, the solicitation and publication for bids, and to actively seek the lowest and best price for the city considering service, quality, availability and price;
(P) Make reports and anticipate future needs of the city based upon growth, deterioration of existing facilities, or modern techniques, and work with the city planning and zoning commission with respect to the desired growth and expansion of the city;
(Q) Investigate all complaints relating the administration of the city government, and make a report of the same to the city council;
(R) Keep a correct and accurate list of all equipment, property and supplies owned and operated by the city and charge the head of each department with the duty to file a correct and accurate list of the machinery, property and supplies under the control of such department head, and cause the department head to be responsible for such equipment and to make an accounting of such equipment, supplies and property upon the removal or resignation of such department head, and provide the city council with an annual report of all such property, equipment and supplies and provide for the orderly replacement of machinery, equipment and supplies as may from time to time be necessary;
(S) When the city council has made a decision to consider expending funds and bidding is required or is deemed to be in the best interests of the city, the administrator, in consultation with the department heads and the pertinent city council committee, shall develop specifications, solicit bids, receive and review bids, and make a recommendation for acceptance by the city council. This process does not preclude the assistance by professionals. The employment of such professional assistance must be approved by the council;
(T) Recommend that the city invest surplus monies at such times and in such amounts as the administrator sees fit, within accordance with state laws and city policies. The administrator shall see that appropriate records of investments are maintained and report monthly all investment activities to the council;
(U) Oversee the day-to-day operation of the city while promoting a cooperative atmosphere between and among all employees;
(V) Provide leadership in the formulation of short-range and long-range plans and implement those plans once accepted by the corporate authorities. The administrator shall annually present to the city council a “state of the city” report in which the future plans for Wilmington are expressed;
(W) Be ever-mindful of the necessity for positive public relations and shall be continually engaged in a program of presenting the best image of the city. It shall be the duty of the city administrator to create and maintain a cooperative working relationship with other governmental bodies and community organizations including those involving economic development;
(X) Fulfill his duties and responsibilities on a full-time basis and not assume outside responsibilities involving remuneration and/or time away from his job without the expressed consent of the corporate authorities;
(Y) Make such other reports and perform such other duties as may be specified by law or city ordinance or as may from time to time be assigned by the corporate authorities. (Ord. 1330, passed 5-16-00)

If, because of a temporary absence, disability, or illness, the city administrator is unable to carry out the functions of this office, the mayor and city council may appoint an individual to serve as acting
administrator and carry out the duties of the administrator during the administrator’s absence. (Ord. 1330, passed 5-16-00)

Except for purposes of inquiry and to keep the corporate authorities properly informed, and except in cases of the absence or disability of the city administrator, the corporate authorities of the city shall deal with the city’s various administrative and service personnel through the city administrator, unless otherwise authorized by the city council. No city council member shall give directions or orders to any city employee except in the absence of the city administrator or during emergencies. (Ord. 1330, passed 5-16-00)

Nothing in Sections 32.100 through 32.108 shall be deemed to diminish or detract from the statutory powers and authority of the city’s elected officers. (Ord. 1330, passed 5-16-00)

The city treasurer shall be appointed by the mayor, subject to the advice and consent of the city council. (Ord. 1657, passed 1-18-05)

The treasurer shall give bond in such sum as may be required by the city council, but the bond shall not be less than the amount of the estimated revenues and special assessments of the city for the current year, with sureties to be approved by the city council. The bond shall be conditioned upon the faithful performance by the treasurer of his duties of office and to indemnify the city for any loss due to any neglect of duty or wrongful act on the part of the treasurer. (‘69 Code, § 31.255; Am. Ord. 1657, passed 1-18-05)

The treasurer shall perform such duties as may be prescribed for him by statute or by ordinance. He shall receive all money paid in to the city, either directly from the person paying it or from the hands of such other officer as may receive it. He shall pay out money only on vouchers or orders properly signed by the city clerk and the mayor. (‘69 Code, § 31.260; Am. Ord. 1657, passed 1-18-05)

He shall deposit the city funds in such depositories as may be selected from time to time as provided by law. He shall keep the city money separate and distinct from his own and shall not intermingle his own money with it or make private or personal use of the city funds. (‘69 Code, § 31.265; Am. Ord. 1657, passed 1-18-05)

The treasurer shall keep records showing all money received by him, the sources from which it was received, and the purpose for which it was paid out. He shall keep a record showing the financial status of the city at all times. (‘69 Code, § 31.270; Am. Ord. 1657, passed 1-18-05)

The treasurer shall keep such books and accounts as may be required by the city council, and shall keep them in the manner required by the city council. (‘69 Code, § 31.275; Am. Ord. 1657, passed 1-18-05)

The treasurer shall make monthly reports to the council showing the state of the finances of the city and the amounts received and spent during the month, which reports shall be filed. And he shall make an annual report between May 1 and May 10, with the total amount of all receipts and expenditures of the city and his transactions as treasurer during the preceding year. (‘69 Code, § 31.280; Am. Ord. 1657, passed 1-18-05)

The treasurer shall keep a register of all warrants, bonds, or orders filed with him or paid by him and all vouchers, as is required by statute. (‘69 Code, § 31.285; Am. Ord. 1657, passed 1-18-05)

The position of assistant city administrator is hereby created subject to the provisions of the ordinance codified in this article. (Ord. 06-12-19-01, passed 12-19-06)

The assistant city administrator shall be an exempt full-time employee of the city hired on the basis of administrative qualifications, with special reference to experience in, and knowledge of accepted practices in the administration of local government. The assistant city administrator shall be hired without consideration of the candidate’s race, sex, politics, or religious beliefs. The person selected for the position need not be a resident of the city of Wilmington. (Ord. 06-12-19-01, passed 12-19-06)

The assistant city administrator shall be compensated in an amount to be set by the city council and may be adjusted from time to time as the city council deems appropriate. The assistant city administrator shall receive the same benefits provided to all other exempt full-time city employees. (Ord. 06-12-19-01, passed 12-19-06)

The assistant city administrator shall report to the city administrator and shall perform those duties as may be assigned from time to time by the city administrator. (Ord. 06-12-19-01, passed 12-19-06)

If, because of a temporary absence, disability, or illness, the city administrator is unable to carry out the functions of his/her office, the assistant city administrator shall serve as acting administrator and carry out the duties of the administrator during the administrator’s absence. (Ord. 06-12-19-01, passed 12-19-06)

There is created the office of city finance director, an executive office of the city. The finance director shall be appointed by the mayor and may concurrently serve as city collector and/or city treasurer. (Ord. 07-01-02-01, passed 1-2-07)

(A) The finance director shall be a graduate of a regionally accredited college or university with a four-year degree in accounting, finance, business or public administration, or a closely related field.
(B) The finance director shall possess considerable knowledge of modern governmental practices in the areas of accounting theory, principles and practices; internal control procedures; public finance and fiscal planning; computerized financial packages and applications; budgeting practices and procedures; and debt management and bonded debt issues.
(C) The finance director shall possess the ability to prepare, analyze and explain complex financial reports; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, city officials, external consultants and the public; and the ability to effectively supervise staff and have a working knowledge of personnel policies and procedures. (Ord. 07-01-02-01, passed 1-2-07)

The finance director shall file with the city clerk a bond in such sum as may be required by the city council, but the bond shall not be less than the amount of the estimated revenues and special assessments of the city for the current year, with sureties to be approved by the city council. The bond shall be conditioned upon the faithful performance by the finance director of his or her duties of office and shall indemnify the city for any loss due to any neglect of duty or wrongful act on the part of the finance director. (Ord. 07-01-02-01, passed 1-2-07)

The finance director shall be compensated in an amount to be set by the city council and may be adjusted from time to time as the city council deems appropriate. Subject to the terms and conditions of state law and this section, the city council and the finance director shall enter into an employment contract which specifies the level of compensation and other terms of employment. (Ord. 07-01-02-01, passed 1-2-07)

Unless otherwise provided in a written contract of employment, the finance director may be suspended or removed from office by a resolution approved by the city council which shall set forth the reasons for suspension and proposed removal. A copy of such resolution shall be served immediately upon the finance director. The finance director shall have 15 days in which to reply thereto in writing and, upon request, shall be afforded a public hearing which shall occur not earlier than 10 days nor later than 15 days after such hearing is requested. After the public hearing, if one is requested, and after full consideration, the city council by a majority vote of its total membership may adopt a final resolution of removal. The finance director shall continue to receive full salary until the effective date of a final resolution of removal. (Ord. 07-01-02-01, passed 1-2-07)

Under general policy direction and supervision of the city administrator, the finance director performs and/or supervises professional, supervisory, administrative and technical accounting and finance functions necessary to maintain the accounting and financial records and systems of the city. Specific powers and duties include but are not limited to:
(A) Preparing all annual and interim financial statements in accordance with Government Finance Officers Association standards, serving as the principal contact for audit field works and conducting year-end close activities.
(B) Creating the annual operating budget of the city.
(C) Managing payroll, benefits administration, human resources record-keeping and city insurance programs.
(D) Managing all grant accounting.
(E) Managing capital outlay purchases and major capital improvements.
(F) Managing all day-to-day banking and treasury relations and performing internal audits and analyses of all accounts, procedures and operations.
(G) Preparing reports of investment earnings, including accounting, administration and performance for operational investments and pension funds.
(H) Managing city administration center computer systems and maintaining all financial software packages.
(I) Producing and monitoring all finance department functions and procedures.
(J) Supervising, directing and evaluating all city fiscal and clerical staff and supervising outside individuals and firms performing any accounting and/or financial functions on behalf of the city.
(K) Advising the city administrator, other department supervisors and elected and appointed officials regarding accounting and financial issues.
(L) Conducting the trailer park rental program, including rent collection and related tasks.
(M) Maintaining contractor and business registration programs.
(N) Tracking and balancing motor fuel tax (MFT) transactions.
(O) Overseeing customer service activities, including bill payments, permits applications and related tasks. (Ord. 07-01-02-01, passed 1-2-07)

The office of deputy clerk is hereby created subject to the provisions of this article. (Ord. 08-02-06-02, passed 2-6-08)

The deputy clerk shall be appointed by the city clerk upon the advice and consent of the corporate authorities. The appointment shall be made without consideration of the candidate’s race, sex, politics or religious beliefs. The person appointed to this office need not be a resident of the city. (Ord. 08-02-06-02, passed 2-6-08)

The city clerk shall appoint no more than one (1) deputy clerk. (Ord. 08-02-06-02, passed 2-6-08)

The deputy clerk shall be paid a salary to be determined by the corporate authorities, but in no event shall it exceed the annual salary of the city clerk. (Ord. 08-02-06-02, passed 2-6-08)

The deputy clerk may be suspended or removed from office by a resolution approved by the city council which shall set forth the reasons for suspension or proposed removal. A copy of such resolution shall be served immediately upon the deputy clerk. If removal is sought, the deputy clerk shall have 15 days in which to reply thereto in writing and, upon request, shall be afforded a public hearing which shall occur not earlier than 10 days nor later than 15 days after such hearing is requested. After the public hearing, if one is requested, and after full consideration, the city council by a majority vote of its total membership may adopt a final resolution of removal. The deputy clerk shall continue to receive full salary until the effective date of a final resolution of removal. (Ord. 08-02-06-02, passed 2-6-08)

The deputy clerk shall be responsible for assisting in the discharge of the functions and duties of the city clerk as set forth under city ordinances. In addition, the deputy clerk shall comply with the provisions of Section 3.1-35-95 of the Illinois Municipal Code (65 ILCS 5/3.1-35-95). (Ord. 08-02-06-02, passed 2-6-08)