At the annual organization meeting, the Board of Supervisors
shall elect, by a vote of the majority of the members, a qualified
person to serve as the Township Solicitor for one year, though subject
to termination at the pleasure of the Board. This individual shall
be well-learned in state and federal law. The Solicitor's hourly rate
compensation shall be approved by resolution at the organization meeting.
In the event of a vacancy, the Board of Supervisors shall appoint
a qualified attorney for the unexpired term.
The Township Solicitor shall perform all such duties as authorized
by the Second Class Township Code.[1] Requests for the Solicitor's services shall be made either
by the Board through its Chair or Vice Chair or by the Township Manager
or his/her designate.
[1]
Editor's Note: See 53 P.S. § 65101 et seq.
