Resolutions and motions shall be introduced in one of the methods prescribed for the introduction of ordinances. After their introduction, they shall be fully and distinctly read one time in the presence and hearing of a majority of the members elected to the Council. The issue raised by said resolutions or motions shall be disposed of in accordance with the usage of parliamentary law adopted for the guidance of the Council. A majority vote shall be required to pass any resolution or motion. The Mayor may vote any such matter when his or her vote shall be decisive and the Council is equally divided, and the Mayor shall, for the purpose of such vote, be deemed a member of the Council. The vote on any resolution or motion shall be viva voce and “yeas” and “nays” thereon shall be recorded by the Clerk.
(2005 Code, § 1-711)