(1) A failure to perform the officer’s statutory duties.

(2) A failure to enforce the rules of the state department.

(3) Other good cause.

     (b) Except as provided in IC 16-19-3-12, IC 16-19-3-13, and IC 16-19-3-15, a local health officer may be removed only by the board that appointed the health officer.

     (c) When removal of a local health officer is sought by the appointing authority, the local health officer is entitled to the following:

(1) At least five (5) days notice.

(2) An open hearing.

(3) Representation by counsel.

[Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-4-12.]

As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.219-2021, SEC.6.