Buffalo Proposal 5 is on the November 3, 2026 ballot in New York.
What it does
Clarify that the city council president becomes acting mayor in the event of a vacancy
On your ballot
Amends the Charter clarifying that in the event the office of Mayor becomes vacant, the Common Council President becomes Acting Mayor.
A “YES” Vote will amend section 4-5 of the City Charter to clarify that if the office of Mayor becomes vacant the Common Council President becomes Acting Mayor.
A “NO” vote will leave the City Charter unchanged.
Abstract: When Mayor Brown left office before the end of his term, it was not clear if the Common Council President became Acting Mayor or just assumed the powers and duties of the office. This amendment would clarify that the Council President becomes Acting Mayor and that the district seat becomes temporarily vacant and can be filled by the Common Council.
What a yes vote means
A "yes" vote supports clarifying that the city council president becomes acting mayor in the event of a vacancy.
