Ordinance proposed by Council or the Mayor

Ordinance prepared in the Law Department

Ordinance introduced on first reading

Ordinance numbered and published by Clerk of Council

Referred to Council Committee for study, public discussion and possible amendment

Lakewood City Council

Second reading

Third reading: final passage

Additional Committee hearings if Council deems necessary.

Signature of Clerk of Council, Council President, and Mayor

BECOMES LAW

If vetoed by the Mayor, the Ordinance is returned to Council. A two-thirds vote is required to override a veto.