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Member, City Council
City
CORE PURPOSE:
Promote the General Welfare
Quick Facts
Holder(s):
Various (e.g., Canneth Lee)
Term:
4 years
Method:
Elected
Level:
City
Oath Administered By:
Mayor or City Clerk
Role Overview
Legislates city ordinances, approves budgets, oversees municipal services, and represents constituents in Indiana city governments.
Constitutional Mandate:
Promotes general welfare through local laws (U.S. Const. Preamble; Ind. Const. Art. 1, Sec. 1).
Key Competencies:
Leadership, communication, and community focus.
Potential Weaknesses:
Passing fiscally irresponsible budgets or policies that do not serve the public interest.
I solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Indiana, and that I will faithfully and impartially discharge the duties of the office of City Council Member to the best of my ability. So help me God.
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