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GA SB362
Bill
Status
Passed
3/31/2016
Primary Sponsor
Emanuel Jones
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AI Summary
- Amends the City of Stockbridge charter to require a special election to fill a vacancy in the office of mayor or councilmember when six months or more remain in the unexpired term, with the winner needing a majority of votes cast
- Allows the remaining members of the governing authority to appoint a replacement by majority vote of a quorum when fewer than six months remain in the unexpired term
- Establishes that city council seats are decided by plurality vote (most votes wins), while the mayor must be elected by majority vote
- Requires a runoff election between the top two candidates for mayor if no candidate receives a majority of votes in the initial election
- Applies subject to the provisions of O.C.G.A. Section 36-30-13, which governs municipal vacancies under state law
Legislative Description
City of Stockbridge; filling of vacancies in the offices of members of the governing authority
Last Action
Effective Date
3/31/2016
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