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1. How does a person bring up legislation to the Council?

By contacting either the Mayor or their Council Member.

2. What are the steps in approving legislation at a Council Meeting?

Items are first introduced to the Common Council and referred to the next monthly Council cycle. All matters pending before the Council shall be referred to one of the three standing committees in accordance with Council Rules. The standing committee reports on the pending legislation. The legislation then goes before the Committee of the Whole for a recommendation. The items are then placed on the Common Council agenda for final action.

3. How can a person speak at a City Council Meeting?

Public speaking is allowed on agenda items only at any of the committee meetings. Public speaking is not allowed at Common Council meetings.

4. If I live in a different aldermanic district, can I vote for council members of another district?

No.

5. What are the requirements for being a Council Member?

You must be a qualified elector of the District which you would represent.

6. When are elections for Council members held?

Elections for Council Member are held in the Spring of odd years.

Council Members for the 9th through 17th Districts shall be elected at the 2007 Spring election and every four (4) years thereafter.

Council members for the 1st through 8th Districts shall be elected at the 2009 Spring election and every four (4) years thereafter.

7. How can I contact my city council member?

You can contact your council member directly by using the email address listed on their information page. You can contact all members of the Common Council by clicking "Email All Council Members" on the Council homepage.

8. How can I be notified of upcoming meetings?

Meeting notices are posted on the 2nd Floor of City Hall, at the La Crosse Public Library, and at www.cityoflacrosse.org. Or you may call the City Clerk's Office at 789-7510.
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