Sec. A2-83. Schedule of implementation.
(a) Time of taking partial effect. At the time of its approval by the electors of the city, this Charter Ordinance shall be in effect only to the extent necessary to carry out the provisions of this division 6, and to provide for the first (1st) election of the Mayor and Councilmembers of the Council. The newly elected Council shall adopt or maintain ordinances or take whatever steps, if any, are required to cause such election to be held in accord with this Charter Ordinance and applicable laws of Kansas.
(b) Time of taking full effect. This Charter Ordinance shall be in full effect for all purposes on and after the date and time of the first meeting of the newly elected Council.
(c) First meeting of the council. On Tuesday, April 12, 2005, at 7:00 p.m., the newly elected Council shall hold its first regular meeting for the purpose of:
(1) Appointing an acting City Manager, and considering and initiating the employment of a City Manager;
(2) Adopting any ordinary ordinances and resolutions necessary to effect the transition of government under this Charter Ordinance and to maintain effective government;
(3) Choosing one (1) of its members for the office of Deputy Mayor;
(4) Introducing an ordinary ordinance establishing a regular schedule of meeting times and dates for the next two (2) years consistent with the provisions of this Charter Ordinance;
(5) Such other business as may be necessary and appropriate. (C.O. 94 § 27, 7-20-04.)