Iowa HF157 amends the process for filling vacancies in city offices by allowing electors to petition for a special election if the unexpired term is.

Iowa HF157 modifies the procedure for filling vacancies in city offices. If a city council decides to fill a vacancy by appointment, eligible electors can petition for a special election if the remaining term is at least one year. The council must publish notice of its intent to appoint and the electors' right to petition. If a petition is filed within fourteen days of the appointment, the council must hold a special election. The number of signatures required for a valid petition is determined by the city clerk.

Iowa HF157 amends the process for filling vacancies in city offices by allowing electors to petition for a special election if the unexpired term is.

Iowa HF157 modifies the procedure for filling vacancies in city offices. If a city council decides to fill a vacancy by appointment, eligible electors can petition for a special election if the remaining term is at least one year. The council must publish notice of its intent to appoint and the electors' right to petition. If a petition is filed within fourteen days of the appointment, the council must hold a special election. The number of signatures required for a valid petition is determined by the city clerk.