Bill > HB615

This bill modifies the governance structure of the Chatham County Recreation Authority by gradually changing its board composition and membership procedures. Starting July 1, 2025, the authority will initially be governed by a board of up to 14 members, which will then reduce to 9 members by March 1, 2029. Current board members can serve out their existing terms, with any vacancies to be filled by the Chatham County legislative delegation. The bill specifically addresses the succession of two named board members (Sandra Cason and Bob Fritz), with their replacements to be appointed by the Chatham County Board of Commissioners, either from a Chamber of Commerce nominee list or through direct appointment. New board members appointed by the legislative delegation will generally serve two-year terms, with some initial members serving a one-year term, while those appointed by the County Commissioners will serve four-year terms. The bill also clarifies that a quorum of the authority will consist of a majority of authorized board members, and that board vacancies will not impair the ability of the remaining members to exercise the authority's rights and duties. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025.

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https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70745