§ 45-48.1-2 — § 45-48.1-2. Composition of board.

Rhode Island § 45-48.1-2

• Jurisdiction: Rhode Island
• Title 45: Towns and cities
• Ch. 45-48.1: West Greenwich Water District

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§ 45-48.1-2. Composition of board.

Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, the powers of the district shall be exercised by a board of three (3) members, each of whom shall be a resident of the district. These members shall be appointed by the town administrator of the town, subject to approval by the town council. The members shall be appointed and serve in office for terms of one, two (2), and three (3) years, respectively. Thereafter, the members shall be appointed for a term of three (3) years or, in the case of an appointment to fill a vacancy, for the unexpired term, and until his or her successor is appointed and qualified. A member shall hold office until his or her successor has been appointed and qualified. Any member of the board shall be eligible for reappointment. Any member of the board may be removed by the town council at any time for cause shown. No vacancy in the membership of the board shall impair the right of a quorum to exercise the powers of the district. Two (2) members of the board shall constitute a quorum and the affirmative vote of two (2) members shall be necessary for any action taken by vote of the board. Any such action shall take effect immediately unless otherwise provided and need not be published or posted.

Legislative History

P.L. 2003, ch. 270, § 1; P.L. 2003, ch. 364, § 1.