COL Ordinance Electronic-Digital Signatures 00013344.doc

The document discusses an ordinance proposed by the City of Leesburg, Florida, to accept electronic signatures and notarizations on certain documents submitted to the city. The ordinance aims to modernize the submission process by allowing electronic submission of various applications and documents, eliminating the need for physical copies. It outlines definitions related to electronic signatures, requirements for submitting electronic documents, affixing digital signatures and notarizations, specifying acceptable certificate authorities, retention of electronic documents, and the legal effect of digital signatures. The ordinance also includes provisions for bid responses and repeals conflicting ordinances.