The following terms, as used in this chapter, shall have the designated meanings:
ACTING DESIGNATION: The temporary delegation by an appointed officer of that officer's duties and powers during a period of absence to either a subordinate or another officer or employee of the city.
APPOINTED OFFICER: Chief administrative officer, department directors, division managers, city attorney, city recorder, city treasurer, city engineer, building official, or any other officer of the city having certain powers and duties prescribed under the provisions of this code or the provisions of state law.
INTERIM APPOINTMENT: A mayoral appointment of an existing city officer or employee to temporarily fill a vacancy in office, requiring advice and consent of the city council, pending the completion of the selection and appointment process as required under state law. An interim appointment does not include an acting designation.
(Ord. 2005-74, 12-20-2005)