This bill amends various sections of the Municipal Code to clarify the governing law for municipalities operating under a mayor-council form of government. Key provisions include establishing procedures for filling vacancies in the mayor's office and on the governing body, specifying the mayor's authority and duties, and outlining the process for appointing officials. The bill also mandates organizational meetings following elections, requires members of the governing body to recuse themselves from votes in cases of conflicts of interest, and removes the previous requirement for special elections to occur within ninety days of an ordinance change regarding the number of governing body members.

Additionally, the bill codifies the lack of authority of the mayor and governing body over judicial branch affairs and clarifies the powers and duties of both the mayor and the governing body. Notably, it states that appointed members of the governing body are not subject to merit-system ordinances and specifies that the mayor can only vote to break ties. The bill aims to streamline governance and enhance accountability within municipal operations while ensuring compliance with state law and local charters.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 3-11-1, 3-11-2, 3-11-3, 3-11-4, 3-11-5, 3-11-6, 3-11-7, 3-12-1, 3-12-2, 3-12-2.1, 3-12-3, 3-14-12
Final Version: 3-11-1, 3-11-2, 3-11-3, 3-11-4, 3-11-5, 3-11-6, 3-11-7, 3-12-1, 3-12-2, 3-12-2.1, 3-12-3, 3-14-12