As the legislative arm of the government, the Jamestown City Council serves as the primary body responsible for establishing policies and engaging in long-term strategic planning for the city. Endowed with the authority to enact legislation, the Council endeavors to govern the city, ensuring the safety, welfare, and property protection of its residents. Comprising six ward Council members and three at-large Council members, the board represents the interests of Jamestown’s populace. Each member assumes office for a two-year term, contributing to the continuity and vitality of municipal governance.
Meeting Schedule:
The Jamestown City Council typically holds committee meetings, work sessions, and voting sessions on Mondays. Schedules and dates may vary. For official meeting dates, please refer to the City Council schedule link below.
Committee Meetings:
- Housing Committee – 6:30 p.m. (Police Training Room, Municipal Building)
- Finance Committee – 7:00 p.m. (Mayor’s Conference Room, Municipal Building)
- Public Safety Committee – 7:00 p.m. (Police Training Room, Municipal Building)
- Public Works Committee – 7:00 p.m. (Department of Development Conference Room, Municipal Building)
Work Sessions:
- 7:30 p.m.
- Police Training Room, 4th Floor, Municipal Building, 200 East Third Street
- Typically held the first two Mondays of the month
Voting Sessions:
- 7:30 p.m.
- City Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, Municipal Building, 200 East Third Street
- Typically held the last Monday of the month
- No committee meetings are held on voting session days
