§ 16.80.030. Board—Vacancies.

A.

Vacancies on the board are created upon declaration of vacancy by the board if a member:

1.

Fails to take office within 30 days after his or her appointment;

2.

Is physically absent from the borough for a 90-day period, unless excused by the board;

3.

Resigns and the resignation is accepted;

4.

Is physically or mentally unable to perform the duties of his or her office;

5.

Is removed from office by the mayor and the assembly has confirmed the removal;

6.

Misses three consecutive regular meetings unless excused by the board;

7.

Is convicted of a felony or of an offense involving a violation of his or her oath of office; or

8.

Changes his or her residency to a location outside of the borough for a period longer than 60 days.

B.

Vacancies on the board shall be filled as prescribed in Section 16.80.020 above. The appointment shall be to fill the unexpired term or for a three-year term if no unexpired term remains. The mayor shall provide at least twenty-one days' advance public notice before filling the vacancy. Public notice may be provided by publication through print or broadcast media, posting at the primary service area office or at the borough administration building, and such other publication as the service area board deems appropriate.

(Ord. No. 2017-09 , § 1, 5-16-17)