Title
Consider a memorandum/resolution electing a Mayor Protem.
Summary
DATE: May 17, 2022
TO: Kent Cagle, City Manager
FROM: Traci Briggs, City Attorney
SUBJECT: Elect Mayor Protem
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
The City Charter provides for the position of mayor protem. The mayor protem acts as the mayor during the absence or disability of the mayor, and, if a vacancy shall occur, becomes the mayor until the next regular general election. The Charter provides for the City Council to “elect a mayor protem from their number…” Historically, the City Council has elected the mayor protem after each general election.
THE ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED:
Elect a mayor protem this day or elect a mayor protem at a future date.
Which alternative is recommended? Why?
Elect a mayor protem this day.
CONFORMITY TO CITY POLICY:
Election of a mayor protem is in compliance with the City Charter.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
What is the amount of the expenditure in the current fiscal year? For future years?
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Is this a one-time or recurring expenditure?
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Is this expenditure budgeted?
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If not, where will the money come from?
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Is there a sufficient amount in the budgeted line-item for this expenditure?
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RECOMMENDATION:
That ___________________________ is hereby elected to serve as Mayor Protem for the City of Killeen.
DEPARTMENTAL CLEARANCES:
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ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
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