Title
AN ORDINANCE CODIFYING THE ORDER AND RULES OF A PUBLIC HEARING.
Brief Description: The Codified Ordinances of the City of Hudson make reference to, but do not define “Public Hearing.” This ordinance establishes an order of business and reasonable limitations on discussion for all public hearings before any official City body, whether it be City Council or any other board, committee or commission.
Body
Legislative History
None.
Purpose & Explanation
This legislation creates Section 206.10 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Hudson. The goal is to create an uniform set of rules for the order of business, questioning and time limitations for all public hearings.
Legal Authority for Proposed Legislation
Pursuant to Charter Section 6.04:
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Joint or Cooperative Purchase Program
Professional Services
X Other - This is a part of the City’s home rule authority wherein it can establish the process and procedures for the implementation of its governance.
Fiscal Impact
None.
Does this legislation require use of an emergency clause?
Yes [if so, explain why]
X No
Suggested Action
Staff recommends that City Council adopt this uniform process for the conducting of public hearings by every public body within the City.
Submitted by,
Council Member Skylar Sutton