Bill Type and
Number: Ordinance 2007-557
Sponsor: Council President Corrigan
Date of
Introduction: May 8, 2007
Committee(s)
of Reference: R
Date of
Analysis: May 10, 2007
Type of
Action: Amendment of Council Rules/Ordinance Code
Amendment
Bill Summary: This bill amends Rule 3.102 (Preparation of
Bills), Council Rules, to require that any ordinance repealing an existing
Ordinance Code provision, without the use of strikeouts, include language
stating that the repealed chapter, section, or subsection is placed on file
with the Legislative Services Division, additionally requiring such placement
on file. Rule 3.703 (Council Agendas) is
amended to permit certain resolutions, but not ordinances, provided for in Rule
3.305 (please see background information) to be placed on the consent agenda
for disposition, provided the resolutions meet other consent agenda criteria. Rule 4.301 (Regular Order of Business) is
amended to adjust the order of business to reflect the practice of Council,
with public comment and scheduled public hearings being placed near the
end. Section 3.101, Ordinance Code, is
amended to require that a representative of the appropriate executive branch
division, department, or agency provide oversight of each enacted ordinance to
ensure that all responsibilities and obligations are effected, including
obtaining copies of passed legislation, securing execution and implementation
of contracts, and assuring responsible disbursement of appropriated funds.
Background
Information: Rule 3.305 deals with legislation requiring
only two readings.
Policy Impact
Area: Council Rules; Legislation; Conducting Public
Business
Fiscal Impact: Undetermined
Analyst: