Mission and goals

The City Council maximizes access to municipal government. This body enables informed decision-making for community governance by providing a direct link between residents and the municipal government.

Services provided

The Council is the legislative branch of the City of Minneapolis. Its thirteen members—each elected from separate wards—work collectively, and in partnership with the Mayor, to enact local laws and public policies that strengthen and preserve the health, safety, and welfare of the community. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the Council has the power to:

1. Adopt, amend, and repeal public policies;
2. Levy and apportion taxes, make appropriations and adopt budgets; and
3. Oversee organizational performance and the delivery of municipal services.

Race equity impacts

As an extension of representational duties, each Council Member serves on a number of outside organizations, associations, and groups. These additional duties enable the City Council to participate in metropolitan, regional, statewide, and national matters that impact Minneapolis and the quality of life for its residents backing up the Racial Equity policy.