Title
Discuss and consider action to elect a Mayor Pro Tem per City Charter Section 3.06.
Summary
Section 3.06 of the City Charter specifies that the Mayor Pro Tem is elected during the first meeting following the canvassing of each General Election. The General Election was held on November 8, 2016 and results of the election canvassed on November 22, 2016. The Mayor Pro Tem is a Councilmember elected by the City Council to act as Mayor during the disability or absence of the Mayor. When acting in the capacity of Mayor, the Mayor Pro Tem has all of the rights and responsibilities and is subject to the limitations conferred on the Mayor.
Deadline for City Council Action
Action is required on December 6, 2016.
Fiscal Impact
There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.
Staff Recommendation
Take action to elect a Mayor Pro Tem.
Drafter
Karen Thompson
City Secretary