Originally there shall be established five wards for the purpose of securing as nearly as possible a council consisting of members who represent distinct geographical areas within the city and who represent equal numbers of persons. Every part of the geographical area of the city shall be in one ward but not more than one ward.
Structure Code of Alabama
Chapter 8A - Calhoun County Municipalities.
Division 7 - Establishment of Wards.
Section 45-8A-23.210 - Purpose and Number of Wards.
Section 45-8A-23.211 - Establishment of the Original Wards.
Section 45-8A-23.212 - Duty of Manager When City Limits Changed.
Section 45-8A-23.213 - Duty of the Council After Submission of the Proposed Division.
Section 45-8A-23.214 - Duties of Council on Disapproval of Manager's Proposed Division.
Section 45-8A-23.215 - Effect of Failure of Council to Act Upon Manager's Proposed Division.
Section 45-8A-23.216 - Election for the Selection of New Wards.