(A) When a temporary vacancy occurs in the office of councilmember as a result of an illness or mental or physical disability, such vacancy shall be filled in accordance with the following procedures:
(1) The councilmember is required to notify the city council of such illness or disability pursuant to section 3.063 of the city charter. The determination of such illness or disability shall be made by an affirmative vote of at least three (3) councilmembers.
(2) After the determination of such illness or disability by the city council, should the councilmember be absent from twelve (12) consecutive regular council meetings, the office shall be deemed vacated.
(3) The council shall, by a majority vote, choose a qualified successor to assume the responsibilities of the office until the councilmember returns to office, the term of office expires, or the office is filled in accordance with § 50.55.
(Ord. 2012-47, passed 12-20-12; Am. Ord. 2023-10, passed 4-6-23)