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GA HB912

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/10/2014

Primary Sponsor

Debbie Buckner

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013-2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends the charter of the City of Manchester, Georgia to establish staggered terms of office for the mayor and city council members
  • In the November 2015 election, the mayor and Post 2 councilmembers in each district receive initial four-year terms, while Post 1 councilmembers in each district receive initial two-year terms, with all taking office January 1, 2016
  • After the initial transition, all subsequent terms of office for the mayor and councilmembers are four years
  • A council seat becomes immediately vacant if a member moves out of the district they represent
  • Vacancies due to death, resignation, or other causes are filled by special election under the Georgia Election Code

Legislative Description

Manchester, City of; staggered terms of office for members of governing authority; provide

Last Action

Effective Date

4/10/2014

Full Bill Text

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