The Mayor, upon his or her own motion, or the Clerk upon the request of 4 members, may convene the Council at any time by notifying the members of the date, hour and purpose of the special meeting. Notice of the meeting shall be made, pursuant to state law. In the case of an actual emergency, a meeting may be held upon the notice as is appropriate to the circumstances.
(1986 Code, § 2-4-2)