IMPERIAL/HIGH COUNCIL

City Leaders:
Supreme Commander
Executive Commander
High Councilor(s)

City Officers:
Provost Inquisitor - Highest Law Enforcement Officer
Grand Chancellor - Tax Collector
Grand Praetor - Mayor

Honorary Titles:
Noble
Baron/Baroness
Imperial Scholar

Description of Powers & Authority within Braxis:

Supreme and Executive Commanders

The Supreme and Executive Commanders has far reaching, but limited powers within the city.

The Supreme and Executive Commanders  has the power to call an assembly and or a Special Meeting of the High Council.

The Supreme and Executive Commanders has the authority to name his replacement should he ever decide to abdicate.

The Supreme and Executive Commanders  has the authority to direct and conduct foreign policy through the appointment of Foreign Ministers.

The Supreme and Executive Commanders  has the ability to make new law, with the exception that any new law proposed by the Emperor can be vetoed by a unanimous vote of the High Council.

The Supreme and Executive Commanders  has the authority to appoint High Council Members with or without the recommendation and approval of the High Council.

The Emperor may add or remove a seat in the High Council at his discretion.


HIGH COUNCIL

The High Council shall make virtually all important decisions in the conduct of the cities operation.

The High Council is the governing body of the city. The High Council will be reviewed by the Prefect , but the High Councils decision will be considered final in all but the most extreme cases.

The High Council is responsible for the efficient management of the cities operation.

The High Council is responsible for the well being and security of the citizens.

A High Councilor is appointed for life.


The Prefect / High Council Relationship:

Braxis is ruled through an Imperial form of government. The Prefect is highest authority in the administration of city government.

The High Council is empowered by the Prefect to make and enact the laws of the city. Any decisions made by the High Council require a 75% majority vote to pass and become law.

The Prefect has veto power over any decisions of the High Council. The High Council may reverse the Prefect's veto with a unanimous vote to overturn the Prefect's veto and enact the initial High Council decision.

The Prefect and the members of the High Council have lifetime appointments. They may decide to abdicate their position at any time. If an Prefect or High Council members abdicates or dies the High Council and Prefect (if still in power) shall select a new Prefect or High Council member from any citizen candidates after thoughtful deliberation.

Only under the most extreme conditions can the Prefect remove a member of the High Council. Such conditions would include: exceedingly high absenteeism, repeatedly disruptive behavior, spying or treason, disclosure of confidential information, and radical abuse of authority. Removal of a High Council member shall result in immediate banishment from the city and loss of possessions and properties within the city.


POLITICAL PARTIES

Political parties are tolerated by the Prefect so long as they foster thoughtful discussion and positive social growth among the citizens of Braxis.

Any Political Party which puts forth a political agenda against the Prefect or any/all members of the High Council shall be disbanded by the Prefect.


AUTHORITY OF LAW

The Provost Inquisitor is the highest law enforcement official in Braxis.

The Provost Inquisitor can appoint new Inquisitor staff (called Inquisitors) at a ratio of one new Inquisitor for every 50 citizens. This appointment is at the discretion of the Provost Inquisitor.

The Provost Inquisitor has sweeping powers to keep the peace and prosecute law offenders.

The decisions of the Provost Inquisitor can be challenged only under the most extreme circumstances.

If a citizen feels the Provost Inquisitor has done them an injustice, the citizen can appeal to a member of the High Council for a review.

If the High Council member feels the situation merits a review, the High Council can be convened to discuss the matter. If the High Council decides the situation does not merit a review the decision of the Provost shall stand.

If the High Council is convened and decides in favor of the citizen they will consider the matter adjudicated and closed without prejudice towards Provost Inquisitor.

If the Provost Inquisitor's decision is upheld the citizen may suffer an even greater penalty or discrimination from the High Council than that handed down by the Provost Inquisitor, up to and including banishment from the city, loss of citizenship, and disbanding of the citizens business or trade facilities within the city.


AUTHORITY OF TAXATION

The title of Grand Chancellor is given to the person who is responsible for management of the cities taxation and budget.

The Grand Chancellor is responsible for recommending changes in the cities taxation laws.

The High Council shall make all final decisions in regards to taxation and disbursement of city funds.

The Grand Chancellor shall execute fiscal policy at the direction of the High Council.

The Grand Chancellor may call and direct the proceedings of the Special High Council Finance Meetings for the purpose of discussing the cities budget.

The Grand Chancellor is responsible for the collection of tax from the citizens of Braxis.

The Grand Chancellor shall direct all tax collection enforcement problems to the Provost Inquisitor for disposition.

The Grand Chancellor can appoint an additional Grand Chancellor Secretary for every 100 citizens.

AUTHORITY OF PUBLIC RELATIONS

The Grand Praetor is the citizens highest business and professional representative. The Grand Praetor presides over important city functions such as new business openings, new building construction ribbon cutting, celebrations, parades, etc.

The Grand Praetor's primary duty is to take the pulse of the citizens, listen to their concerns and address the citizens special needs.

The Grand Praetor reports to the High Council his findings on the social health of the city and recommends any changes. His recommendations carry great weight in the city planning conducted by the High Council.

The Grand Praetor can call a special meeting of the High Council to address any urgent issues concerning the citizens.

The Mayor is elected by the citizens of Braxis and thier vote is the only determination of his continued service to the city.

The Grand Praetor presides over town meetings to allow the citizens to voice their opinions. These meetings are designed to provide the people with a singular voice to speak to the High Council.

The Grand Praetor also calls and presides over regular Braxis Business Leaders meetings where the citizen business owners can address specific concerns to business.

The Grand Praetor also travels to other cities to research any possible improvements to the future of Braxis.

The Grand Praetor also acts as an ambassador between Braxis and neighboring cities.


HONORARY TITLES

The Following are recognized Honorary Titles within Braxis

Noble Person:

A person which has a long history of supporting the Prefect, the High Council, and the citizens of Braxis. In addition, a person who exemplifies the best characteristics of citizenship in Braxis.

An Noble may request and be granted a "Special" hearing with the High Council to discuss future development within the city. At such a meeting all of the cities Nobles shall be invited to attend and speak.

The title of Noble Person cannot be revoked.

A Noble Person who has dishonored their title shall be banished from the city and shall have no further contact with the Prefect or the members of the High Council and shall be known as a "Dark Noble"

A Noble can be invited to attend the regular High Council meetings, but shall have no say at said meetings.

A Noble is appointed by a unanimous vote of the High Council followed by a final approval from the Prefect.

Baron/Baroness:

A Baron/Baroness is a citizen which has contributed substantially to the strength and prosperity of the city. A Baron/Baroness is a citizen which has repeatedly shown intelligence and fortitude in their contributions to the quality of life of the citizens of the city.

An Baron/Baroness may request and be granted a "Special" hearing with the High Council to discuss future development within the city. At such a meeting all of the cities Barons/Baroness shall be invited to attend and speak.

A Baron/Baroness can be invited to attend the regular High Council meetings, but shall have no say at said meetings.

A Baron/Baroness can have their title revoked through behavior which is detrimental to the Prefect, High Council and Citizens of Braxis by a unanimous vote of the High Council.

A Baron/Baroness is appointed by the Prefect with or without the recommendation of the High Council.


Imperial Scholar:

An Imperial Scholar is a highly productive citizen which has demonstrated an exceptional ability to advance the knowledge and efficiency of the city.

An Imperial Scholar has great freedom to investigate any phenomenon which may ultimately be of benefit to the citizens of Braxis.

An Imperial Scholar may be given Special Assignments by the High Council for the investigation of specific situations and knowledge.

An Imperial Scholar may request and be granted a "Special" hearing with the High Council to discuss future development within the city. At such a meeting all of the cities Imperial Scholars shall be invited to attend and speak.

An Imperial Scholar will not have any vote within the High Council proceedings.

An Imperial Scholar can be invited to attend the regular High Council meetings, but shall have no say at said meetings.

An Imperial Scholar has among his responsibilities the duty to assist the citizens of Braxis as an educator and facilitator. An Imperial Scholar may appoint up to two Imperial Scholar Learners to assist him with the discharge of his duties.

A Imperial Scholar can have their title revoked through behavior which is detrimental to the Emperor, High Council and Citizens of Braxis by a unanimous vote of the High Council.

A Imperial Scholar is appointed by the Prefect with or without the recommendation of the High Council.