The council, the city manager, or any person or committee authorized by either of them, shall have power to inquire into the conduct of any office, department, board, or agency or officer of the city and to make investigations as to municipal affairs, and for that purpose may subpoena witnesses, administer oaths, and compel the production of books, papers, and other evidence. Failure to obey such subpoena or to produce books, papers, or other evidence as ordered under the provisions of this section shall constitute a misdemeanor and shall be punishable by a fine not to exceed one hundred dollars ($100) or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or both.
Structure Code of Alabama
Chapter 8A - Calhoun County Municipalities.
Division 9 - General Provisions.
Section 45-8A-23.260 - Removal of Officers and Employees.
Section 45-8A-23.261 - Right of City Manager and Other Officers in Council.
Section 45-8A-23.262 - Investigations by Council or City Manager.
Section 45-8A-23.263 - Contracts Extending Beyond One Year.
Section 45-8A-23.264 - Publicity of Records.
Section 45-8A-23.265 - Officers and Employees Not Be Privately Interested in City Contracts.
Section 45-8A-23.266 - Official Bonds.