Section 3.76 Distinguished From Ordinances

• Library: Local Government Deskbook (2017 Ed.)

1. (§3.76) Distinguished From Ordinances

A resolution is not an ordinance. Julian v. Mayor, Councilmen & Citizens of City of Liberty, 391 S.W.2d 864 (Mo. 1965). It is usually less solemn or formal than an ordinance and usually deals with matters of a special or temporary character. See:

· City of St. Joseph v. Vill. of Country Club, 163 S.W.3d 905, 909 (Mo. banc 2005) (citing Julian, 391 S.W.2d at 866–67):

(explaining a “resolution” is “something less formal than” an “ordinance[.]” “[G]enerally, it is a mere expression of the opinion or mind. . . . A resolution is not a law,” and “it need not be in any set or particular form.” (internal quotation marks and citations omitted)) . . . .

· State ex rel. Gove v. Tate, 442

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