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A motion is the formal statement of a proposal or question to the Council for consideration and action. Every Councilmember has the right to present a motion. A motion is generally not to be considered as a legislative action of the Council but is in the nature of direction or instruction; however, a motion will generally suffice unless a resolution is specifically called for by law or unless there is some reason for desiring the particular action formalized by separate instrument. In most cases, a resolution is little more than a formal motion set forth in a formal document. In some matters, such as an assessment proceeding or the grant or denial of variances, a resolution is required. A resolution should be required under any circumstances where the action, even though of a temporary nature, is desired to be formally recorded in the office of the City Clerk and becomes a numbered document which can be used for each reference. Legislative actions as set forth in CVMC 2.04.480 should be by ordinance or resolution. If the motion contains two or more divisible propositions, the presiding officer may and upon request of a Councilmember shall, unless appealed, divide the same. (Ord. 1486 § 2, 1973; prior code § 1.227).