A "model ordinance" is a suggested set of rules or regulations that can be used as a guide by cities or government bodies to create their own local laws on a particular issue. It serves as a blueprint or template for legislation. Full definition
The legislation was submitted to codify existing policies while also drawing from model ordinances put in place by the New York state attorney general's office to alleviate concerns about the treatment of immigrants living in county. (harrisonreview.com)
The pending legislation was submitted to codify existing policies adopted under the administration of former County Executive Andy Spano, a Democrat, while also drawing from model ordinances put in place by the New York state attorney general's office in order to alleviate concerns about the treatment of immigrants living in county. (harrisonreview.com)
A new model ordinance in Macomb County, Mich., puts a spotlight on how dangerously misguided pet sale bans can be. (petbusiness.com)