Every action of a permanent nature or having the force and effect of law, including, but not limited to, the granting of a franchise, levying a tax, appropriating money, contracting an indebtedness to be evidenced by the issuance of bonds or notes shall be taken by ordinance in the manner hereinafter provided. All other action may be taken by resolution or upon oral motion as Council may deem appropriate.
(Amended 11-2-99)