13-512. Enforcement of ordinances; neglect of duty by officers; jurisdiction outside city. The mayor shall be active and vigilant in enforcing all laws and ordinances for the government of the city, and he or she shall cause all subordinate officers to be dealt with promptly for any neglect or violation of duty. The mayor shall have such jurisdiction as may be vested in him or her by ordinance over all places within five miles of the corporate limits of the city for the enforcement of any health or quarantine ordinance, or regulation thereof.
History: L. 1903, ch. 122, § 76; March 18; R.S. 1923, § 13-512.
Structure Kansas Statutes
Chapter 13 - Cities Of The First Class
Article 5 - Executive Department; Powers And Duties Of Officers
13-502 General duties of mayor.
13-506 Signing and approval of contracts.
13-507 Signing of commissions; approval of bonds.
13-508 Mayor as peace officer; special policemen, term.
13-510 Special meetings of council.
13-511 Mayor may require reports from officers.
13-512 Enforcement of ordinances; neglect of duty by officers; jurisdiction outside city.
13-513 Vacancies in offices of mayor or councilman, how filled.
13-514 Aid in enforcing laws; mobs; call for militia; forfeiture by person refusing to obey call.
13-515 Remission of fines and forfeitures; reprieves and pardons.
13-516 Duties and salary of attorney.
13-518 General duties of clerk; records and accounts; deputies, salaries.
13-527 Appointive officers and employees; terms and salaries; vacancies.