In the event the office of Mayor shall become vacant, it shall be filled within thirty (30) days by the Central Committee of the party of the former Mayor who are electors of the City. If the vacancy is not filled within thirty (30) days, a special election shall be held. If the unexpired term is six (6) months or less, the President of Council shall fill the remainder of the term.
In the absence of the Mayor. the President of Council shall conduct the business of the City.