The board of aldermen may pass such ordinances not contrary to the Constitution and the laws of Maryland as it deems necessary to assure the good government of the city, to protect and preserve the city’s rights, property and privileges, to preserve peace and good order, to secure persons and property from danger and destruction, and to protect the health, comfort, convenience and safety of the citizens. The board of aldermen may provide that such ordinances shall be enforced by civil remedy and/or by fines and incarceration or such other penalties or remedies as are permitted by the laws of this state. (Acts 1951, Ch. 539, § 38; Acts 1953, Ch. 496, § 1; Res. No. 25-81, § 1, 5-14-81; Res. No. 68-89, 9-29-89)