The Board of Health shall be composed of five members, electors of the City, who shall serve without compensation. Members shall be appointed by the Mayor, subject to the approval of Council, each to serve a term of three years and until a successor has been appointed and qualified. A vacancy may be filled for the unexpired term by appointment in the same manner in which original appointments are made. At least two members shall have a bio-medical background. During its first meeting of each calendar year, the Board shall elect one of its members as President.
The Board of Health shall have the powers and perform the duties as may be imposed upon boards of health of cities by State law or by City ordinance.