Sec. 2. (a) The powers of a city are divided between the executive and legislative branches of its government. A power belonging to one (1) branch of a city's government may not be exercised by the other branch.
(b) Subject to IC 3-5-9, a city employee other than an elected or appointed public officer may:
(1) be a candidate for any elective office and serve in that office if elected; or
(2) be appointed to any office and serve in that office if appointed;
without having to resign as a city employee.
[Pre-Local Government Recodification Citations: 18-1-1.5-25; 18-4-4-2 part.]
As added by Acts 1980, P.L.212, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.315-1995, SEC.1; P.L.135-2012, SEC.9.
Structure Indiana Code
Article 4. Government of Cities and Towns Generally
Chapter 4. Division of Powers of Cities
36-4-4-1. Application of Chapter
36-4-4-2. Separation of Powers; Right of City Employee to Serve in Office
36-4-4-3. Executive or Administrative Powers, Duties, and Functions