[HISTORY: Adopted by the Board of Commissioners of the Township of Springfield 2-13-1974 by Ord. No. 634; amended in its entirety 5-10-2023 by Ord. No. 973. Subsequent amendments noted where applicable.]
The Springfield Township Police Department is hereby established to preserve the public peace, enforce the criminal laws and penal ordinances, and protect the life and property of the citizens of Springfield Township.
The Springfield Township Police Department shall consist of a Chief of Police and such other police officers as may be from time to time appointed by the Board of Commissioners of Springfield Township.
All such officers shall hold office at the pleasure and will of the Board and receive such compensation as may be fixed by the Board of Commissioners of Springfield Township.