A vacancy in the office of judge shall occur if the incumbent:
A. Dies;
B. Resigns;
C. Ceases to possess the qualifications for the office; or
D. Is removed, and the removal proceedings have been affirmed finally in judicial proceedings or are no longer subject to judicial review.
Upon the occurrence of a vacancy in the office of judge, the city manager shall appoint a successor to complete the unexpired term in the same manner as an original appointment is made. (Prior code § 12-11)