The fire department of the city may be composed of both volunteer members and/or paid
employees, whether full-time or part-time. All members, whether volunteer or paid,
shall obey all superior officers whether they are volunteer or paid and shall comply
with all rules and regulations of the department. All officers shall ensure fair and
impartial direction, leadership, and shall ensure discipline is administered to paid
employees/volunteer members alike according to the department's rules and procedures.