(A) The Zoning, Planning, and Development Commission (the "Commission") shall consist of seven members, appointed by the Mayor, by and with the consent of the Council. The successor to each member shall serve for a term of three years. Each Commissioner shall have resided in the city for at least one year preceding their date of appointment.
(B) One of the members of the Commission shall be designated Chairperson by the Mayor, with the consent of the Council, and shall hold the office of Chairperson until his or her successor is appointed. The Chairperson, or in his or her absence the acting Chairperson, may administer oaths and compel the attendance of witnesses.
(C) The Mayor may remove a member of the Commission for cause and after a public hearing. A vacancy on the Commission shall be filled for the unexpired term of the member whose place has become vacant, in the manner provided for the appointment of the member.
(D) In addition to the Executive Secretary of the Commission, members of the Commission shall serve with compensation, if any, as set by the Mayor and the City Council.
(Ord. 17-34, passed 9-12-2017)