Initiative, Referendum, and Recall

Initiative

An initiative is the process used by voters to propose a new law or amend an existing law and place the issue on the ballot for a public vote.

Referendum

A referendum is the process used by voters to refer to the ballot for a public vote a measure, ordinance, resolution, item, or any part of any measure, ordinance, resolution, or item, enacted by the Council.

Recall

Every public officer holding an elected office for at least 6 months, either by election or appointment, may be removed from office before the end of the officer's term by means of a recall procedure.

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