§ 8. [Quorum for board of commissioners.]

(a)

Two members of the board shall constitute a quorum. Two votes are required to pass any measure before the board. There shall be no proxy voting.

(b)

The chairperson of the board shall:

(1)

Preside at all meetings of the board except that, in the chairperson's absence, the senior in tenure commissioner shall preside, and shall vote the same as other members of the board with the additional requirement that be or she should vote on all measures before the board;

(2)

Be recognized as the official head of Gilmer County by state, federal, and other authorities for military and ceremonial functions;

(3)

See that all laws and ordinances of the county are enforced; and

(4)

Perform such other duties as may be required by the board.

(1995 Ga. Laws (Act No. 105), page 3824, § 8; 2001 Ga. Laws (Act No. 70), page 3761, § 2)