[1982 Code § 2-2.2]
Except as otherwise provided by State Statutes, the Mayor shall nominate and, with the advice and consent of the Council, appoint all officers directed to be appointed, including the filling of vacancies in all appointive offices which shall be for the unexpired term only. The Mayor shall make such nomination within 30 days after the office becomes vacant. If the Mayor fails to nominate within 30 days or the Council fails to confirm any nomination made by the Mayor, then after the expiration of 30 days the Council shall appoint the officer directed to be appointed. No appointment shall be made except by the vote of a majority of the members of the Council present at the meeting, provided that at least three affirmative votes shall be required for that purpose, the Mayor to have no vote thereon except in case of a tie.