For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES. These are designed to be applied town-wide and to be a written definition of those powers and duties granted to the Town Manager under ordinance (and code, if codified).
DEPARTMENTAL PROCEDURES. These are specific written procedures implemented by a town department or office that are designed to implement the powers and duties granted that department or delegated in accordance with town ordinance by the Town Manager. DEPARTMENTAL PROCEDURES are not designed for town-wide implementation but to address issues applicable to a particular department.
TOWN COUNCIL POLICIES. A TOWN COUNCIL POLICY is a written statement of policy adopted by the Town Council that outlines and defines town matters within the powers and duties granted to the Town Council under state law and ordinance (and code, if codified). A TOWN COUNCIL POLICY shall be in writing and may be adopted by motion. A TOWN COUNCIL POLICY may be modified within the exclusive determination of the Town Council.
(Ord. 08-42, passed 9-2-2008)