Bill > HB1651

This bill amends the Second Class Township Code to clarify and modify procedures for filling vacancies in township supervisor positions. The bill establishes a more detailed process for handling board vacancies, including the creation of a vacancy board composed of existing board supervisors and one additional registered elector appointed annually. If the board of supervisors cannot fill a vacancy within 30 days, the vacancy board has an additional 15 days to do so. The appointed elector serves as chairperson and cannot vote for themselves to fill a vacancy. If the vacancy board fails to fill the position within 15 days, the chairperson (or remaining members) must petition the court of common pleas to fill the position. The bill also provides specific provisions for situations where a majority of supervisor seats become vacant, allowing the court of common pleas to fill these vacancies upon petition by remaining supervisors or at least 15 registered township electors. Additionally, the bill clarifies resignation procedures, ensuring that resignations creating a quorum issue are handled systematically. The changes aim to provide a more structured and clear process for managing unexpected absences or departures in township leadership. The bill will take effect 60 days after its enactment.

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