The rules and regulations of the Police Department heretofore adopted are hereby continued until altered or amended in the manner provided in § 26-18.
[Amended 12-13-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-28]
The governing body shall adopt written rules and regulations prepared by the head of the police force, for the government and control of the Police Department. Each officer shall be presented with a copy of the rules and regulations, together with any amendments thereof or additions thereto as adopted from time to time by resolution of the governing body. The power to adopt shall include the power to reject and modify rules and regulations recommended by the head of the Department.
All matters now or hereafter made the responsibility of the Police Department by actions of the governing body shall be forwarded through the Police Commissioner of the governing body to the Chief of Police, who shall issue the necessary instructions to the members of the Police Department.