HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 08January 4, 2013 Item No,
Appointment of Acting Mayor
Proposed Action
Staff recommends adoption of the following motion: Move to appoint as
Acting Mayor for 2013.
Passage of this motion will result in the appointment of a Council Member to act as Mayor in
the event of the Mayor's absence.
Overview
The Council is required by the Council Rules of Procedure to appoint an Acting Mayor "to
perform the duties of the Mayor during disability or absence or, in the case of vacancy in the
office of the Mayor, until a successor has been appointed or elected'.
Any member of the City Council is eligible to serve as Acting Mayor, There has been a
tradition of appointing the senior member of the City Council to serve as Acting Mayor.
Staff recommends that the City Council discuss and appoint an Acting Mayor.
Primary Issues to Consider
r Who can serve as Acting Mayor? All members of the Council are eligible to serve.
Supporting Information
None
Steven C Mielke
City Administrator
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Related Documents (CIP, ERP, etc.): Council Rules of Procedure
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