The City Council monitors the administration of City government and
City departments to see that laws and programs are operating
effectively and in the best interest of citizens. Assisting in this
task is a City Planning Commission appointed by City Council to advise on the
social, physical and economic aspects of planning and development
matters; a Research and Analysis Division to provide research and advice on
matters requiring legislative action; and a Fiscal Analysis Division to
research the fiscal implications of pending actions and advise on
matters impacting the City budget. The directors of all divisions are
appointed by City Council.