Whereas section 109.3 of the Community Charter provides for mandatory leave of absence for elected officials in prescribed circumstances; And whereas subsection 109.32b requires that an elected official on mandatory leave continue to receive remuneration and benefits during that period; And whereas local governments have limited authority under the Community Charter to adjust remuneration in circumstances where an elected official is unable to perform their duties due to mandatory leave: Therefore be it resolved that UBCM request that the Province of British Columbia amend section 109.32b of the Community Charter to remove the requirement that remuneration and benefits be provided during periods of mandatory leave; And be it further resolved that the Province provide local governments with discretion to determine remuneration and benefits for elected officials during such periods, in accordance with local circumstances.
