12 Questions
What is the purpose of Chapter 143 of the Local Government Code?
To secure efficient fire and police departments composed of capable personnel free from political influence
Which municipality falls under the jurisdiction of Chapter 143?
One that has a population of 10,000 or more, a paid fire department or police department, and has adopted this chapter or the law codified by this chapter
Who administers Chapter 143 in accordance with its purpose?
Members of the Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission
How is the population of a municipality determined under Chapter 143?
By using data from the annual population estimate provided by the state demographer or the federal decennial census if more recent
What kind of personnel is Chapter 143 aiming for in fire and police departments?
Personnel who are capable and free from political influence
Under what conditions were the acts subsequent to the election of Chapter 143 validated?
By House Bill 822, Acts of the 73rd Legislature, Regular Session, 1993
According to the passage, if a municipality's population changes and it no longer meets the population requirement, what happens to the application of this chapter?
The application of this chapter is not affected and continues to apply to the municipality.
What is the role of the Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission according to the passage?
To oversee the appointment of fire fighters and police officers.
Which of the following positions is NOT considered a 'fire fighter' according to the definition provided?
Fire clerk
What is the role of the director according to the passage?
The passage does not specify the role of the director.
According to the passage, who can be considered a 'police officer'?
Both members of a police department and other peace officers, if they were appointed in compliance with this chapter or are entitled to civil service status under certain sections.
How can a municipality adopt or repeal this chapter according to the passage?
By holding an election as provided in this section.
Study Notes
Purpose and Scope
- The purpose of this chapter is to secure efficient fire and police departments composed of capable personnel who are free from political influence and have permanent employment tenure as public servants.
- The chapter applies to municipalities with a population of 10,000 or more that have a paid fire department or police department and have voted to adopt this chapter.
Municipalities Covered
- A municipality with a population of 10,000 or more that has a paid fire department or police department can adopt this chapter.
- The population is determined by the most recent federal decennial census or the annual population estimate provided by the state demographer.
- If a municipality adopts this chapter and its population changes, the application of this chapter is not affected.
Definitions
- The "Commission" refers to the Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission.
- A "department head" is the chief or head of a fire or police department or their equivalent.
- A "director" is the director of fire fighters' and police officers' civil service.
- A "fire fighter" is a member of a fire department who was appointed in substantial compliance with this chapter or is entitled to civil service status.
- A "police officer" is a member of a police department or other peace officer who was appointed in substantial compliance with this chapter or is entitled to civil service status.
Election to Adopt or Repeal Chapter
- A municipality can hold an election to adopt or repeal this chapter.
- The election can be initiated by a petition signed by at least 10 percent of qualified voters of the municipality.
Test your knowledge on the Municipal Civil Service for firefighters and police officers as outlined in the Local Government Code Title 5. This quiz covers general provisions and the purpose of the chapter in ensuring capable and politically independent personnel in fire and police departments.
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