§ 8.03. Forms of legislation.

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(a)

A resolution or motion shall be limited to matters required or permitted by the charter, by state or federal laws or pertaining to the internal affairs or concerns of the city government. A resolution is an official City Council action in the form of a motion adopted by a majority vote of the Council Members present.

(b)

An ordinance is an official City Council action by an affirmative vote of four (4) or more elected Council Members, except as provided in Section 8.06c of this charter. An ordinance is a legislative act establishing a more permanent influence on the city than a resolution and requiring greater formalities in its adoption.

                    
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