§ 53a. Term, removal, absence or disability of City Attorney.  


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  • The City Attorney shall not be appointed for a definite fixed time, but shall be removable at the will and pleasure of the City Manager with the advice of the Council. If removed by the City Manager, he or she may demand written charges and the right to be heard thereon at a public meeting of the Council prior to the date on which his or her final removal shall take effect; but pending such hearing the City Manager may suspend him or her from office. The action of the City Manager in suspending or removing the City Attorney shall be final. In case of the absence or disability of the City Attorney, the City Manager may recommend with the confirmation of City Council a qualified person to perform the duties of the office.

(Ord. No. 94956, 11-15-01)