7-13-2263. Vacancies. A vacancy is created when any of the following events occurs before the expiration of the term of the incumbent:

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(1)death;

(2)a determination pursuant to Title 53, chapter 21, part 1, that the incumbent is mentally ill;

(3)resignation;

(4)removal from office;

(5)neglect or refusal to perform the duties required by this part for 3 consecutive months, except when prevented by sickness or when absent from the district by permission of the board of directors;

(6)conviction of a felony or a violation of official duties; or

(7)the decision of a court declaring the incumbent’s election or appointment void.