Ask c3gov - Codes & Ordinances - Ordinance Approval
An ordinance is a law within the City of Commerce City and affects all residents and visitors within the City limits.
How is a City Ordinance created?
1. City Council requests new legislation
2. Staff researches related information
3. Staff prepares a draft ordinance
4. City Council reviews the proposed ordinance at a Study Session and requests placement on a City Council agenda
5. Ordinance is introduced at next Council meeting with first reading and vote
6. Ordinance has a second reading and vote at a following Council meeting
7. Ordinance is posted in 10 approved posting locations within the City
8. Ordinance is published in a local newspaper
9. Ordinance becomes effective 5 days after its publication