The Board of Zoning Appeals shall consist of five (5) members who are electors of the Municipality and who shall be appointed or removed by the Mayor with the consent of Council. Vacancies shall be filled in the same manner. The Board of Zoning Appeals shall hear and decide appeals and authorize variances from the provisions or requirements of the zoning regulations, subject to the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance or regulations. The Board shall have such organization, procedures and additional powers and duties as provided by ordinance. The term shall be for five (5) years staggered.