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Council takes first reading of city code updates; some members ask for time to review
Summary
Ordinance 33-2026 was offered for first reading to incorporate prior local ordinances and recent General Assembly updates into Macedonia's codified ordinances; at least one council member asked for time to read the changes and the council agreed to allow review.
Council members heard an explanation of Ordinance 33-2026, which bundles local edits and statutory updates into the city's codified ordinances. Director Codetty told the council this annual process lets the city locally cite statutes and keep fine revenue within the municipality when offenses are included in local code.
A council member asked how many of the updates are state-mandated versus locally adopted and requested a chance to read the proposed changes before final action; the director said many items mirror state law, while noting a small number of local, unique ordinances (for example, a local "weaving" traffic ordinance) are specific to Macedonia. Council members agreed there was no harm in postponing action for one meeting to allow review.
Ordinance 33 was offered for first reading by title only; materials are available for council review and staff said they will assist members who want copies and clarification before the next reading.
