The City Council consists of seven members. Three of the members, including the Mayor, are known as Council Members at large. They are nominated and elected by the qualified electors of the City at large. The other four Council members are nominated and elected by the qualified voters in their respective wards. City Council members are elected for 4-year terms.
City Council has the power to enact laws and policies, consistent with Iowa law, regulating local and municipal affairs, usually through the enactment of ordinances and resolutions.
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