(a) Scope.-- This section applies to a shade tree commission established under section 7311(a) (relating to right of establishment). (b) Composition.-- The board of commissioners shall appoint three or five shade tree commissioners. Each shade tree commissioner must be a resident of the township. (c) Terms.-- (1) If three shade tree commissioners are appointed: (i) one initial term shall be for three years; (ii) one initial term shall be for four years; and (iii) one initial term shall be for five years. (2) If five shade tree commissioners are appointed: (i) one initial term shall be for one year; (ii) one initial term shall be for two years; (iii) one initial term shall be for three years; (iv) one initial term shall be for four years; and (v) one initial term shall be for five years. (3) A term for a subsequent appointment shall be for five years. (4) A vacancy shall be filled by the board of commissioners for the unexpired term. (d) Compensation.-- Shade tree commissioners shall serve without compensation.
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