Each proposed ordinance shall be introduced in writing and, in addition to the title, shall contain an opening clause reading as follows: "Be it ordained by the Council of the City of Loveland, Hamilton, Clermont, and Warren Counties, Ohio". The action proposed to be taken shall be fully and clearly set forth in the body of the ordinance. Each ordinance shall contain one subject only, which shall be stated clearly in the title. No ordinance shall be passed without the concurrence of a majority of all members of Council, except that emergency ordinances, as hereinafter provided, shall require the concurrence of six (6) members of Council for passage. Every ordinance and resolution shall be read by title only, except that Council may require a full reading by a majority vote of its members. Such readings shall occur on two (2) different days before its enactment, unless an emergency is declared as hereinafter provided, or unless by a vote of six (6) members elected to Council, the reading on two (2) different days in full is dispensed with, in which case such ordinance may be read one (1) time and passed on the day of such reading. Each resolution shall be read on one (1) occasion before its enactment. The Mayor and the Clerk of Council shall certify the final passage of all ordinances and resolutions.
(Amended 11-6-01; 11-5-19)