2.12 - Ordinances, Resolutions, Motions, Petitions, and Communications
9 2.12
Section 2.12:
Ordinances, Resolutions, Motions, Petitions,
and Communications
Subdivision 1. Approval
Every ordinance and resolution shall be presented in writing. Unless the rules are
suspended, every ordinance shall be considered and approved at two (2) separate
meetings, except that, subject to publication thereof, ordinances arising under
Chapter 11 of the City Code shall be effective after consideration and approval at
only one meeting of the City Council.
Source: Ordinance No. 131, 2nd Series
Effective Date: 8-10-95
Subdivision 2. Signing and Publication Proof
Every ordinance and resolution passed by the Council shall be signed by the Mayor,
attested by the City Clerk, and filed in the ordinance or resolution book. Every
ordinance or a summary thereof as provided by law, shall be published in the
official newspaper and proof of publication of every ordinance shall be filed with the
ordinance.
Subdivision 3. Repeals and Amendments
Every ordinance or resolution repealing a previous ordinance or resolution or a
section or subdivision hereof shall give the title and number of the ordinance or
resolution to be repealed in whole or in part. Each ordinance or resolution amending
an existing ordinance or resolution or part thereof shall set forth in full each
amended section or subdivision as amended.
Subdivision 4. Motions, Petitions, and Communications
Every motion shall be stated in full before it is submitted to a vote by the presiding
officer and shall be recorded in the minutes. Every petition or other communication
addressed to the Council shall be in writing and filed with the City.
Source: City Code
Effective Date: 6-30-88
Golden Valley City Code
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