Rule 17-6 Sergeant-at-Arms

Current through 2024. Source: DLR publication. Published by the Baltimore City Department of Legislative Reference.

Balt., Md., Council Rules r. 17-6 (2026)

(a)

In general. The Sergeant-at-Arms:

(1)

attends the City Council while it is in session;

(2)

under the direction of the President, aids in the enforcement of order;

(3)

executes the commands of the City Council;

(4)

enforces all process issued under the authority of the City Council; and

(5)

performs all other duties that these Rules or the President directs.

(b)

Protecting seats. The Sergeant-at-Arms may not permit anyone but Councilmembers to occupy the members’ seats while the Council is meeting.

(c)

Mace. When executing their duties, the Sergeant-at-arms may bear the symbol of the office, the mace.