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Texas Special District Local Laws Code - SDLL § 8513.0203. Suspension and Removal

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) A director or officer may be suspended or removed from office for:

(1) incompetency;

(2) official misconduct;

(3) official gross negligence;

(4) habitual drunkenness;  or

(5) nonattendance at six consecutive regular board meetings.

(b) A director or officer may not be suspended or removed from office unless:

(1) charges against the director or officer are filed in writing;  and

(2) the director or officer is given an opportunity for a fair hearing before the board.

(c) An affirmative vote of not fewer than eight of the directors is required to suspend or remove a director or officer.

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