Alabama § 45-8A-23.056 - Powers.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 45-8A-23.056 — Powers., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45-8A-23.056. Powers.
All powers of the city, including all powers vested in it by this part by the laws, general and local, of the state, and by Title 11 and the determination of all matters of policy, shall be vested in the council. Without limitation of the foregoing, the council shall have power to:
(1) Appoint and remove the city manager.
(2) Establish other administrative departments and distribute the work of divisions.
(3) Adopt the budget of the city.
(4) Authorize the issuance of bonds or warrants.
(5) Inquire into the conduct of any office, board, department, or agency of the city and make investigations as to municipal affairs.
(6) Appoint the members of all boards, commissions, or other bodies authorized hereunder or by law.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 45-8A-23.056
What does Code of Alabama § 45-8A-23.056 cover?
Section 45-8A-23.056 ("Powers.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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