§ 3.1.7. Vacancies in the Office of District Councilmember.
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When any District Councilmember is unable, by reason of resignation, unexcused absence
as provided in Section 3.1.6 of this Charter, or death, to perform the duties of office for the time remaining
prior to expiration of his or her term of office, the Council shall declare by resolution
that a vacancy exists. Such vacancy shall be filled by a special election within the
Council District, which shall be called by the Council to be held not less than 30
days nor more than 60 days after the Council declares that such vacancy exists, unless
another City-wide election has been scheduled to be held within 90 days after such
vacancy is declared; and the candidate receiving the greatest number of votes at said
election shall qualify and take such office immediately, and shall hold such office
for the unexpired portion of the term in which the vacancy occurs.
