An Ordinance amending Chapter 20, Article II Entitled "Presiding Municipal Court Judge" Of The Laredo Code Of Ordinances by amending Section 20-17 to provide for the commencement of the term; and providing an effective date.

This ordinance amends Section 20-17 of the Laredo Code of Ordinances to establish a clear commencement date for the term of an elected Municipal Court Judge. The term will now begin no earlier than January 1 following the canvassing of the general election. This change aims to ensure consistency, administrative efficiency, and alignment with the City's election and canvassing procedures, promoting an orderly transition of judicial office and continuity of court operations. The ordinance also reaffirms that a judge may serve up to two four-year terms, plus any remainder of an unexpired term. The ordinance is effective upon passage.