The role of the City Council is to serve as the governing body of the City representing the community they were elected to serve. The Council exercises the legislative powers of city government, including adopting the annual City budget, approving ordinances and resolutions; setting appropriate tax levies; setting other general tax and service rates. Other responsibilities for City Council Members include giving advice and direction to staff, responding to constituent needs and complaints, communicating policies and programs to residents, making appointments to City boards and commissions, and serving on regional task forces.