(A) The COPP Board will consist of either five or seven members at the discretion of the Mayor, with the approval of the City Council.
(B) Appointment. Members are appointed by the Mayor subject to confirmation by the City Council.
(C) Term. Two years, except for initial members. The initial appointments will be staggered.
(D) Vacancies. Any unscheduled vacancy will be filled for the remainder of the unexpired term per § 33.006.
(E) Officers. Annually, the Board must elect from its membership a chairperson and vice-chairperson who will serve in their positions for one year, or until their successors are elected, but for no more than three consecutive one-year terms.
(1) The chairperson's duties include serving as the chair for all meetings of the Board; acting as spokesperson for the Board; coordinating with the Chief of Police and city staff on any communications between the Board and the community.
(2) The vice chairperson's duties include serving as Chair for all meetings of the Board in the absence of the Chair; and other duties as may be requested by the Chair.
(Ord. 922-C.S., passed 4-19-22)