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- Retirement PlanningA resolution is a formal expression of opinion, will or intent, voted on by Council, and is generally considered to have a more limited duration than an ordinance. A resolution is a general statement of the Borough’s position or policy on a particular topic, or enacted to handle administrative business. The practice of submitting and voting on resolutions is a typical part of business in Council Meetings. Council use resolutions for two purposes, to express their consensus on matters of public policy, and for internal administrative purposes. Resolutions are not laws; they differ fundamentally in their purpose. However, under certain circumstances resolutions can have the effect of law. Resolutions have two main parts: preambular clauses and operative clauses. Preambular clauses, typically start with the word “whereas,” to provide the background information on why the Borough is passing its resolution. These clauses can refer to recent incidents and developments, local history or community characteristics. Operative clauses, typically start with “be it resolved” which, call upon the legislative body to act. These clauses can contain recommendations for specific actions, statements of opinions, and requests for further consideration or monitoring. Some of the recent resolutions passed by Council are: Authorizing the submission of a Transportation Fund Grant for gas to LED Street Light Conversion, Schedule of Fees, Sale of Property at Block and Lot 363-S-277, Minimal Municipal Obligation for Police and General Employees Pension Plans, and Appointment of Financial Professionals for Debt Financing. For more information on ordinances and resolutions, contact Phyllis J. Anderson, Assistant Borough Manager.