The vice mayor shall act as mayor during any temporary absence, inability, or failure to act of the mayor, and whenever a vacancy occurs in the office of mayor, such member shall become mayor and hold office as such for the unexpired term.
Structure 2021 Tennessee Code
Chapter 20 - Commissioners and Mayor Under City Manager-Commission Charter
Part 2 - Powers and Duties of Board
§ 6-20-201. Election of Mayor — Absence or Disability of Mayor
§ 6-20-202. Appointment of Vice Mayor
§ 6-20-203. Duties of Vice Mayor
§ 6-20-206. Exercise of Board's Powers
§ 6-20-214. Style of Ordinances