Sec. 3-7. - Temporary absence.

In the event of the temporary absence of disability of the Mayor, not exceeding ninety (90) days, the President of the Council shall act as Mayor, for the time being until the Mayor shall return to his or her duties or until his or her disability shall cease. While serving during the temporary absence of the Mayor, the President of the Council shall not make any appointments or removals other than temporary appointments, until he or she shall have served as Acting Mayor for thirty (30) consecutive days and then only with the consent of the City Council. Any removal made must be for cause. While serving as Acting Mayor under the provisions of this section the President of the City Council may not sit on said Council. If the Mayor returns to office during this period the President of the Council shall return to his or her seat and position on the Council.