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Consideration of Appointment to Fill the Vacancy in the Membership of the Union County Board of Commissioners
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INFORMATION CONTACT:
Brian Helms, Board of County Commissioners, Vice Chair
ACTION REQUESTED:
Consider Appointment to Fill the Vacancy in the Membership of the Union County Board of Commissioners.
PRIOR BOARD ACTIONS:
March 4, 2024, Regular Meeting - Suspension of Rule 32 of the Board’s rules related to appointment to this vacancy.
BACKGROUND:
A vacancy occurred in the membership of the Union County Board of Commissioners on February 19, 2024, due to the resignation of Mr. Richard Helms. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 153A-27, the Board has 60 days after the day the vacancy occurs to fill the position. To be eligible for appointment to the position, a person must be a member of the same political party as Mr. Helms (Republican Party).
N.C.G.S. § 153A-27 provides that the Board of Commissioners shall consult with the county executive committee of the appropriate political party before filling a vacancy and receiving its recommendation. To fulfill this requirement, the Union County Republican Party is scheduled to meet on March 14, 2024, to provide that recommendation.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.