Each elective City Official must be a duly registered elector in the City, and shall have been a resident of the City for six (6) months immediately prior to his/her election. Ward Councilmembers shall be residents of the Ward he/she represents. No person shall be eligible for either elective or appointive office if that person is in default to the City, or has been convicted, within the last ten (10) years, of a felony or a violation of the election laws of the City, State or the United States.