The state Community Affairs Department would not comment specifically on Robinson's situation. However, a spokesman pointed to state law that allows other council members to declare the seat vacant.
The council has not acted on the issue.
Robinson earns $28,356 a year and has not appeared at a City Council meeting since Dec. 10, after undergoing emergency surgery.
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Information from: The Press of Atlantic City, http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com
