South Dakota Statutes

§ 9-19-1 — Definition of terms.

South Dakota § 9-19-1
JurisdictionSouth Dakota
Title 9MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT
Ch. 9-18ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS

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S.D. Codified Laws § 9-19-1 (2026).

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The word "ordinance" as used in this title shall mean a permanent legislative act of the governing body of a municipality within the limits of its powers. The word "resolution" as used in this title shall mean any determination, decision, or direction of the governing body of a municipality of a special or temporary character for the purpose of initiating, effecting, or carrying out its administrative duties and functions under the laws and ordinances governing the municipality.

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Baker v. Jackson
372 N.W.2d 142 (South Dakota Supreme Court, 1985)
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City of Mission v. Abourezk
318 N.W.2d 124 (South Dakota Supreme Court, 1982)
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City of Winner v. Lineback
192 N.W.2d 705 (South Dakota Supreme Court, 1971)
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Legislative History

SL 1913, ch 119, § 38; RC 1919, §§ 6242, 6250; SDC 1939, §§ 45.1001, 45.1008.

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