City Council

Toledo City Council is the legislative branch of city government and operates in accordance with the provisions of the Charter of the City of Toledo, first adopted by the voters in 1914 and amended by the voters from time to time.

Legislative authority in the city is vested in a twelve-member Council. Six members of the Council are elected at-large and six from districts; all for four-year terms, and one member is elected annually to serve as the President of Council.

The Council is authorized to enact ordinances and resolutions relating to city services, tax levies, appropriating and borrowing money, licensing and regulating businesses and trades and other municipal activities. The Council also has authority to fix the compensation of city officers and employees.

Contact City Council

One Government Center, Suite 2100
Toledo, Ohio 43604

Phone: 419-245-1050

Fax: 419-245-1072