Vacancy in Office Clause Samples
The "Vacancy in Office" clause defines the procedures to follow when a position within an organization or governing body becomes unoccupied due to resignation, removal, death, or other reasons. Typically, this clause outlines how a replacement is selected, such as through appointment by remaining members, a special election, or succession by a designated alternate. Its core function is to ensure continuity of operations and leadership by providing a clear process for filling unexpected vacancies, thereby minimizing disruption and uncertainty.
Vacancy in Office. A vacancy in office shall exist whenever a Board of Directors member is removed for just cause or is involuntarily off the public payroll in excess of ninety (90) days, for other than a medical leave of absence. No vacancy shall exist by virtue of illness, job abolishment, transfer, layoff or any austerity pro- gram, or while any appeal of an employer action is in progress. However, this section in no other way alters the qualifications for Board membership as pro-
Vacancy in Office. The Board may remove, whether for cause or without cause, any officer of the Corporation. Unless so removed, an officer shall hold office until the earlier of:
(a) the officer’s successor being appointed;
(b) the officer’s resignation; or
(c) such officer’s death. If the office of any officer of the Corporation shall be or become vacant, the Directors may, by resolution, appoint a person to fill such vacancy.
Vacancy in Office. Any vacancy in office caused by the resignation, removal, death or incapacity of an officer shall be filled by appointment made by the Board.
Vacancy in Office. A vacancy in office shall exist whenever a Board of Directors member is removed for just cause or is involuntarily off the public pay- roll in excess of ninety (90) days, for other than a medical leave of absence. No vacancy shall exist by virtue of illness, job abolishment, transfer, layoff or any austerity program, or while any appeal of an employer action is in progress. However, this section in no other way alters the qualifications for Board membership as provided in Article IV, Section 3(B) of the State Constitution upon expiration of such member’s term. In the event of a leave of absence, an appropriate period may be recommended by the Judicial and Internal Affairs Committee and then may be approved by the Board of Directors.