Myself and some South DaCola foot soldiers were discussing what happens if a mayor of Sioux Falls is forced to resign (due to health, death, personal issues or criminal reasons). The mayor has already appointed someone to succeed him in the event. I believe it goes;
- Traci Turbak, Finance Director
- Mark Cotter, Public Works director
After that I believe it goes to either the Planning Director or the Chief of Police. From there I think the city council can appoint someone until a special election can happen. Not sure. But these days the way politicians come and go, it is always good to have a plan.
is this in the order that the charter states it should be, or did mmm pick these guys himself?
Choices should be from some on the council. These are city employees who should not be involved in policy or important decisions.
On the other hand, anybody is better than Huether. Let’s find our way into succession.
I suspect the city attorney would become involved. Based upon his recent arrest, he’ll probably install himself.