townhallresolution

1. Every resolution must have a title, three or more “whereas” clauses, and one or more “resolved clauses. Each resolution should carry the pseudonym/name of the submitter(s).
 * Writing a Town Meeting Resolution**

2. “Whereas” clauses explain the rationale for the resolution and provide supporting information and specific background as to why this is a pertinent, current issue. These provide background for discussion at the Town Meeting. They may include such things as the reason something is a problem, statements of timeliness/urgency, descriptions of current conditions, etc.

3. “Resolved” clauses should contain specific action items. They should direct the Town Meeting to do something in response to the ‘Whereas’ conditions.

The structure of resolutions is as follows:

**Title of resolution: ___________________________________________________** **Authors: ___________________________________________________________** ( Include both your real names and your characters’ names. ) **Whereas ___________________________________________________________** **Whereas ___________________________________________________________** **Whereas ___________________________________________________________** **By it hereby resolved that _____________________________________________**