Council-Manager Form of Government
The City of Wheat Ridge functions within a Council-Manager form of government. Wheat Ridge City Council has eight members elected to represent the citizens of Wheat Ridge who are responsible for:
- Representing the Members of the Public in Wheat Ridge;
- The Adoption of Ordinances and Resolutions or rules for the City;
- Determining City policies;
- Securing and sustaining public improvements such as streets and sidewalks;
- Superintending the expenditures of money;
- Establishing property tax and fees;
- Approving various City contracts; and,
- Designating members of City boards, commissions and committees.
The Council appoints a City Manager to supervise the delivery of public services and implement public policy approved by the Council.