(a)   There is hereby created the office of Health Officer, which office shall be held by the Building Official. The Health Officer shall have the power to:

(1)   Cause health investigations and inspections to be made as required by the laws of Kansas and of the City, including this Chapter of the Code;

(2)   Enforce this Chapter of the Code;

(3)   Make recommendations to the Governing Body respecting the improvement of health of the inhabitants of the City;

(4)   Make all health reports required by the State Department of Health and Environment, Division of Health;

(5)   Prepare an annual health report of the City for submission to the Governing Body;

(6)   Perform such other duties as may be required of him or her under the laws of the State of Kansas or of the City.

(b)   The Health Officer may delegate any powers or duties of the Health Officer to any representative or agent of the Health Officer or other officer, employee (including a designated City Inspector), or contractor of the City. Any reference in the Code to the Health Officer shall include any such person to whom powers or duties have been delegated.

(Ord. 1778-21)