§ 2-38. Form of ordinances and resolutions.

(a)

Every proposed ordinance shall be introduced in writing in the form required for final adoption which shall include:

(1)

A title briefly describing the content;

(2)

Findings, reasons, or basis for the ordinance, if desired and appropriate;

(3)

An enacting clause;

(4)

The provisions of the ordinance including section numbers if the ordinance is to be codified or amends an existing codified ordinance;

(5)

Citation of any ordinance repealed;

(6)

The effective date of the ordinance;

(7)

The name of the person requesting introduction of the ordinance;

(8)

The approval of the city attorney as to form and the assignment of an ordinance number;

(9)

Space for dates of readings and public hearing, if appropriate; and

(10)

Space for the signatures of the mayor or presiding member of council and the administrator/city clerk attesting notice, if required, and adoption.

(b)

Written resolutions may be in similar form approved by the city attorney.

(Ord. of 2-12-01)