Section 607.   Rules of procedure.
   The council shall determine its own rules and order of business, subject, but not limited to, the following provisions:
   A.   There shall be a Journal of Proceedings of all council meetings which shall be open to the public, except as otherwise provided by law.
   B.   The ayes and noes shall be taken upon the passage of all ordinances and resolutions and entered upon the Journal of Proceedings of the council. Upon the request of any member, the ayes and noes shall be taken and recorded on any vote.
   C.   A majority of the council shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business, but a less number may adjourn from time to time and postpone the consideration of pending business.
   D.   The council shall appoint such standing and other committees as it may deem necessary.