Bill > SB340

This bill amends the Tybee Island city charter to establish clear procedures for selecting and functioning of a mayor pro tem (temporary mayor). Specifically, the bill requires that at the first regular meeting after a city council election, the council will choose one of its own members to serve as mayor pro tem. This person will have the authority to act as mayor during the mayor's absence or disability, which must be formally declared by a majority vote of all council members. The mayor pro tem can perform all mayoral duties, including signing contracts and ordinances when the mayor has a financial conflict of interest. If the mayor pro tem position becomes vacant, the city council must select a new mayor pro tem at their next regular meeting. The bill ensures continuity of leadership by providing a clear mechanism for temporary mayoral succession and defining the scope of the mayor pro tem's responsibilities.

Government Affairs

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71391