Conduct research to support your resolution. • Look at a sample resolution.All resolutions should be typed single space in 12pt Calibri Font. ​All margins (top, bottom, left, right) must be one inch. All "Resolved" clauses within a resolution should use the objective form of the verb (for example, "Resolved, that the American Library Association. Most forms and fees can be processed online. Paper submissions do not qualify for expedited services. A resolution is non-legislative action, is less formal than an ordinance, and deals with matters of a special or temporary character.