(1) It is the duty of the commission to investigate alleged breaches of this part 2 and its rules, and in the course of such investigations they, or any of them, may subpoena witnesses, administer oaths, and compel the testimony of witnesses and production of books, papers, and records relative to such inquiry, and it is the duty of such persons so subpoenaed to appear and testify and to produce such books, papers, and records as are called for in such subpoena. Should the person subpoenaed fail to appear and testify or produce documentary evidence, the commission may apply to the district court for an order compelling compliance with the subpoena. Failure to obey the order of the court shall be punishable as a contempt of court. The commission shall keep records of its proceedings and of all examinations held by it or under its authority. All records and documents filed by the commission shall be filed as public records. The minutes of the commission shall be kept in a separate book and shall be open to the public at all reasonable times.(2) The commission, on or before the December 1 preceding each regular session of the governing body, shall make a report to the governing body

and shall be open to the public at all reasonable times.(2) The commission, on or before the December 1 preceding each regular session of the governing body, shall make a report to the governing body of its work during the preceding year and include therein all rules adopted and any suggestions for legislation to carry out the purposes of the civil service.L. 75: Entire title R&RE, p. 1215, § 1, effective July 1.This section is similar to former § 31-30-207 as it existed prior to 1975.