(a) Composition. The Council shall be composed of seven (7) Council members. The term "Council," "legislative body," or other similar terms as used in this Charter or any other provisions of law shall be deemed to refer to the collective body composed of the Council members.
(b) Eligibility. Only registered voters of the City shall be eligible to hold the office of Council member or Mayor. Those elected shall have been qualified electors and residents of their respective wards for a period of at least thirty (30) consecutive days immediately preceding the date of filing their nomination papers for the office.