Note:  These updates are informational only.  It is not legal advice.  
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Ordinances, Resolutions, and Motions

Unlike Federal and State systems, local governments typically do not have separation of powers.  For instance, a Fire District Board may in a single meeting act like a legislature by passing a fire code, or act as an executive branch by approving a contract.  The type of decision will dictate the form used.