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Consider adopting Ordinance No. 3417 ordering a general election to be held on May 6, 2017 for the purpose of electing two (2) members of the City Council for Mayor and City Council District 2; and take appropriate action.
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BACKGROUND:
In accordance with the general laws and Constitution of the State of Texas, and the Charter of the City of Farmers Branch, a municipal officers’ election is to be held on the first Saturday in May.
The term for Mayor and City Council Member for District 2 will expire in May, 2017.
DISCUSSION:
It is necessary that the City Council order an election to be held on May 6, 2017 for the purpose of electing two (2) members of the City Council for Mayor and City Council District 2.
RECOMMENDATION:
City Administration recommends adopting Ordinance No. 3417 ordering a general election to be held on May 6, 2017 for the purpose of electing two (2) members of the City Council for Mayor and City Council District 2.
ACTIONS:
1) Motion to adopt Ordinance No.3417 ordering a general election to be held on May 6, 2017 for the purpose of electing two (2) members of the City Council for Mayor and City Council District 2.
2) Motion to deny Ordinance No. 3417 ordering a general election to be held on May 6, 2017 for the purpose of electing two (2) members of the City Council for Mayor and City Council District 2.
3) Motion to modify to meet the needs of the Council.
4) Motion to table the issue for further study or take no action.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Ordinance No. 3417