CMC Codification & Ordinances 2

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a municipal code supplement?

Accepted Answer

To insert newly adopted ordinances and remove superseded provisions

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To replace the entire code with new legislation

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To provide an index of all ordinances ever passed

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To archive expired temporary ordinances

Question 2

Which type of ordinance is typically NOT included in a permanent municipal code?

Accepted Answer

A temporary street closure for a special event

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Zoning regulations

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Nuisance abatement procedures

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Building permit requirements

Question 3

When a municipality adopts a code by reference, what must typically be done to make it enforceable?

Accepted Answer

Keep copies of the referenced document available for public inspection

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File the reference document with the state legislature

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Translate the document into all local languages

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Obtain approval from the county government

Question 4

A 'saving clause' in an ordinance primarily serves to:

Accepted Answer

Preserve rights and proceedings existing before the ordinance's repeal

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Save money in the municipal budget

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Extend the effective date of a new ordinance

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Protect the ordinance from judicial review

Question 5

In codification, what does 'catch-lining' refer to?

Accepted Answer

Writing brief descriptive headings for each code section

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Adding cross-references between related sections

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Numbering ordinances sequentially by year

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Inserting emergency provisions into existing chapters

Question 6

Which body typically has final authority to approve a newly codified municipal code?

Accepted Answer

The governing body (council or commission)

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The city manager

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The municipal clerk

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The state attorney general

Question 7

What is the function of an 'enabling clause' in an ordinance?

Accepted Answer

It cites the legal authority under which the ordinance is enacted

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It sets the penalty for violations

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It defines terms used throughout the ordinance

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It establishes the effective date