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A statement from
Richmond City Council
Resolution regarding monuments
(Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) - A resolution, patroned by Councilman Michael
J. Jones, Richmond City Council, Richmond South Central 9th Voter District, is expected to be introduced tonight during
the Richmond City Council Formal Meeting concerning monuments in the City of
Richmond. No public hearing on this legislation is expected to be held
this evening.
Richmond
City Council Resolution
A
resolution is an action by Richmond City Council that generally does not have
the effect of law. A resolution generally expresses Council's will, intent or
policy on a particular matter. Also, Richmond City Council generally appoints
individuals to serve on authorities, boards and commissions and creates some ad
hoc boards, commissions and committees by the adoption of a resolution.
Richmond City Council Rules of Procedure V(C). Adoption of a resolution generally
requires the affirmative votes of at least five members of Council. Richmond
City Charter §4.07. Unlike an ordinance, Council may adopt a resolution on an
expedited basis at the same time it is introduced. Richmond City Council Rules
of Procedure V(B). Unlike some other localities, a resolution is not signed by
the presiding officer. Instead, as with ordinances, a true copy of each adopted
resolution is attested by the City (Council) Clerk and maintained in the
Richmond City Council Office of the City Clerk. Resolutions are reviewed as to
form and legality by the Richmond City Attorney prior to introduction.
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