A resolution generally originates at the request of a commissioner, another elected official, the County Manager or a department director. Resolutions are drafted by the County Counselor's Office. Before voting on a proposed resolution, it is discussed by the Board at the meeting. Any citizen may appear before the Board to speak, up to five minutes, either in favor of or in opposition to the resolution. Following discussion, the Board votes on the resolution.
Resolutions become effective on passage or upon publication, if required.
If a protest petition is filed, then the matter must go before a vote of the people.