Bill > SB210

This bill modifies the process for filling vacancies on the Douglas County Board of Commissioners by establishing distinct procedures for temporary and permanent vacancies. For temporary vacancies, the bill requires the county clerk to advertise the vacancy, solicit applications, and provide those applications to board members, who will then vote to fill the position. Applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements, including having no pending litigation against the county, no felony convictions, and either certifying a political party affiliation or stating they are unaffiliated. For permanent vacancies, if the unexpired term is six months or less, the chief judge of the Superior Court will appoint a successor; if the term is more than six months, a special election will be held according to Georgia Election Code. The bill ensures that any person appointed or elected to fill a vacancy must meet the same qualifications required for initial commissioner election and will take the same oath of office and receive the same compensation as elected commissioners. The new provisions will apply to any vacancy occurring on or after the bill's effective date, which is upon gubernatorial approval or when the bill becomes law without approval.

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https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70510