Upon prior recommendation of the city manager, the city commission by a majority vote
may appoint a chief special master, who shall be authorized to hold hearings and impose
fines, liens and other noncriminal penalties against violators of city or county codes
and ordinances. The chief special master shall be an individual who shall have been
determined by the city manager and city attorney to have the knowledge, skills and
abilities to perform as chief special master. The chief special master shall also
be authorized to appoint such other special masters as may reasonably be required
to conduct the necessary hearings. Each special master appointed shall have the knowledge,
skills and abilities to perform as special masters.