1. Introduction. An ordinance may be introduced by the mayor or a member or committee of the council, at any regular or special meeting. An ordinance shall be set for public hearing by the affirmative vote of a majority of the council.

2. Publication. The ordinance shall be published by title, with a brief summary and with a notice setting out the date, time and location of the public hearing on the ordinance. Copies of the ordinance shall be made available to the public at the meeting and at the office of the clerk.

3. Hearing. The public hearing shall follow the publication by at least five calendar days. All interested persons present shall have an opportunity to be heard. The hearing shall be only for the purpose of receiving testimony and comments concerning the ordinance. The public hearing may be held separately or in connection with a regular or special meeting and may be adjourned as necessary.

4. Adoption. After the public hearing, the council shall consider the ordinance. By an affirmative vote of a majority of the council, the ordinance may be adopted with or without amendments; provided, any amendments do not change the general scope and original intent of the ordinance, or they may reject the ordinance. (Prior code § 1.20.025)