Sanford |
Code of Ordinances |
Chapter 2. ADMINISTRATION |
Article II. CITY COUNCIL |
Division 2. MEETINGS AND RULES OF PROCEDURE |
§ 2-52. Quorum.
(a)
Upon the calling to order of any meeting of the council, the presiding officer shall ascertain whether there is a quorum present.
(b)
No quorum shall be declared unless a majority of the members elected to the council plus the mayor, excluding vacant seats, are present, and no public business shall be transacted unless a quorum is present. However, a lesser number may adjourn from time to time and compel the attendance of absent members as provided in this division.
(Code 1985, § 31.16)
State law reference
Quorum defined, G.S. 160A-74.