Opinion No.

The Honorable Jim Stallcup Prosecuting Attorney Third Judicial District 225 E. Elm, P.O. Box 627 Walnut Ridge, AR 72476

Dear Mr. Stallcup:

This is in response to your request for an opinion on the following questions regarding Ordinance No. 1986-499 of the City of Walnut Ridge, Arkansas:

1. Section 1 outlines the mayor's salary to be determined by his working hours "full-time or part-time," yet when a candidate files for the position, there are no specific guidelines.

2. Section 2 outlines the 8 to 5 hours for a full-time mayor. Can a city ordinance allow the mayor to leave his responsibilities…