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GA HB1134
Bill
Status
Passed
3/20/2014
Primary Sponsor
Tom Weldon
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AI Summary
- The Polo Grounds area (surrounded by Barnhardt Circle) in Fort Oglethorpe shall be preserved in its present condition for public use, with no permanent construction allowed unless approved by city council; existing structures including ball parks may be improved within their current boundaries
- Vacancies in the office of mayor or councilmember must be filled within 60 days — by majority council appointment if less than one year remains on the term, or by special election if more than one year remains
- Establishes comprehensive ethics provisions prohibiting city officials and employees from engaging in conflicts of interest, accepting gifts intended to influence official actions, using public property for personal benefit, or disclosing confidential information for private gain
- Creates a board of ethics composed of 7 registered city voters drawn from a pool of 18 qualified citizens, with authority to investigate complaints, hold hearings within 60 days, and recommend penalties including public reprimand, censure, removal from office, or fines up to $1,000.00
- Defines the mayor's powers and duties, including presiding over council meetings with voting rights only in case of a tie, serving as city spokesperson, signing contracts and ordinances, and calling or canceling meetings with approval of three councilmembers
Legislative Description
Fort Oglethorpe, City of; provide for use of certain lands; provisions
Last Action
Effective Date
3/20/2014
Committee Referrals
State and Local Governmental Operations3/13/2014
Intragovernmental Coordination3/10/2014
Full Bill Text
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