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CITY GOVERNMENT OVERVIEW

The City of Cedar Rapids was incorporated in 1849. From April 6, 1908 to Dec 31, 2005 the City operated under the Commission form of government. On June 14th, 2005, during a special city-wide election, the form of government was changed to Home Rule. This form of government is described under the Code of Iowa. The City adopted a new Charter which describes the organization of the City's Legislative Branch.

View the Home Rule Charter

Under the new charter, the City of Cedar Rapids is governed by a part-time City Council and the City's daily affairs are run by the City Manager.

Learn More About the City Council and Meet its Members

City services are provided through various departments, boards, and commissions. Each city departments is managed by a department director, who answers to the City Manager.

View a full listing of services provided by the City
View a list of City department directors and principal officers
View the Cedar Rapids organizational chart