In general. The Sergeant-at-Arms:attends the City Council while it is in session; under the direction of the President, aids in the enforcement of order; executes the commands of the City Council; enforces all process issued under the authority of the City Council; and performs all other duties that these Rules or the President directs. Protecting seats. The Sergeant-at-Arms may not permit anyone but Councilmembers to occupy the members’ seats while the Council is meeting. Mace. When executing their duties, the Sergeant-at-arms may bear the symbol of the office, the mace.