Louisiana HB867 establishes an appointed chief of police in Fordoche, with the mayor making the appointment subject to board of aldermen approval.
Louisiana HB867 changes the method of selecting the chief of police in the town of Fordoche. The bill mandates that the chief of police be appointed by the mayor, with the approval of the board of aldermen by majority vote. This appointment process applies unless the office is vacant or temporarily filled. The chief's term will be concurrent with that of the mayor and aldermen. The board of aldermen will establish the salary, duties, qualifications, and responsibilities of the chief of police, who will report directly to the mayor.
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