Nevada § 266.190 - General duties
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 266.190 — General duties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 266.190. General duties
1. The mayor shall exercise a careful supervision over the general affairs of the
city. 2. In exercising the duty of supervision pursuant to subsection 1, the mayor shall: (a) From time to time, give the city council information in writing relative to the
state of the city, and recommend such measures as the mayor may deem beneficial to
the city. (b) See that all the general laws and ordinances of the city are observed and enforced. (c) Take all proper measures for the preservation of public peace and order, and the
suppression of riots, tumults and all forms of public disturbances, for which purpose
the mayor may, if the city is not participating in a metropolitan police department,
appoint extra police officers temporarily and use and command the police force. If the city is participating in a metropolitan police department, the mayor may
request law enforcement assistance from the sheriff. In either case, if local law enforcement forces are inadequate, the mayor shall
call upon the Governor for military aid in the manner provided by law. (d) Sign all licenses and warrants and claims against the city. (e) See that all contracts are fully kept and faithfully performed, and, to that end
and in any such case where necessary or proper to protect the interests of the city,
shall cause legal proceedings to be instituted or defended at the expense of the city. (f) Perform such other duties as the city council shall prescribe by ordinance.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 266.190
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 266.190 cover?
Section 266.190 ("General duties") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. 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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