Resignations
47 Resignations
A councillor may resign from office at any time.
A resignation is to be made in writing and forwarded to the general manager.
Except as provided in subsection (6), on the date of receipt by the general manager of the resignation of a councillor – the resignation takes effect; and the office of councillor becomes vacant.
On receipt of a resignation, the general manager is to advise the council and the Electoral Commissioner of the resignation.
A councillor who has resigned as mayor or deputy mayor may continue in office as councillor.
A councillor who holds the office of a mayor or deputy mayor and resigns as councillor ceases to hold such office.
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