Governing Bodies of Localities

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This is Chapter 14 of the Code of Virginia, titled “Governing Bodies of Localities.” It is part of Subtitle II “Powers of Local Government”, which is part of Title 15.2 “Counties, Cities and Towns”. It contains 42 laws divided across 5 structures.

Article 1	General Provisions
Article 1.1	Salaries
Article 2	Meetings of Governing Bodies
Article 3	Presiding Officers and Vacancies in Certain Offices
Article 4	Ordinances and Other Actions by the Local Governing Body