Legislative Department
Our people
During the 2021 Municipal General Election, a proposal to amend the City Charter was referred to voters; essentially, that question proposed transforming the City’s governance structure to an “Executive Mayor – Legislative Council” form of government. That proposal was approved by voters, reflected in Charter Amendment No. 184, and became effective Friday, December 3, 2021, pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 410.12,subd. 4. Under this government structure, the City Council is the legislative governing body of the City and is vested with full authority to establish, alter, or repeal local laws and public policies. Its functions focus on translating public will, priorities, and values into codified laws, rules, and regulations. The work of the Legislative Department is further supported by professional staff in the two bodies remaining under the jurisdiction of the City Council, the Office of City Auditor and the Office of City Clerk. For more on the City's government type, please see the Form of Government page.
Legislative Department
Expense and revenue information
Learn more about the Legislative Department by reviewing the program information, financials, and
changes items on the City Council, City Auditor and City Clerk / Elections pages.