PREFACE
ADELANTO MUNICIPAL CODE

The Adelanto Municipal Codes is the collection of City ordinances that the City Councils have adopted over the years. It is a living document and is continually amended to better reflect the community standards that the citizens have expressed to the City leaders.

The City is granted the authority to create these local ordinances that become law through provisions of the California Government Code. Copies of the Adelanto Municipal Code are available as an electronic searchable version or in the City Clerk's office.

This Municipal Code contains those ordinances of a general and permanent nature enacted from time to time and those ordinances which are considered desirable for retention. If you are unable to find what you are looking for online, please call 760-246-2300 ext. 3018 for additional assistance.

What is an Ordinance?

Ordinances are the laws of the Municipality (city). City Councils may pass Ordinances which become the City's Municipal Code. These Ordinances or laws may be passed by the City Council as long as they are not in conflict with federal or state laws.

An Ordinance is the most binding form of action taken by the City Council, and violations may be either a misdemeanor or an infraction depending upon the way the Ordinance is written.

What is a Resolution?

A Resolution constitutes a written action or decision. However, it does not demand the legal processing required of an Ordinance. A Resolution is generally introduced and adopted at the same meeting.

How is an Ordinance approved?

Approval of an Ordinance requires a first and second reading. With a few special exceptions, Ordinances take effect 30 days after they are adopted (at the second reading). Ordinances must be signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk.