A few of their many responsibilities include watching over the taxpayer's money, passing traffic ordinances and carefully watching the operation of the city. The city council are an elected body, assigned the responsibility of representing the needs of the people with regard to legislation. The city council members participate in commission meetings to assure that the rights of the people are protected. The city council members also maintain a solid relationship with the state government in Indianapolis align legislation with state guidelines. Council members also help city organizations in need of help.
Districts There are six districts throughout the city, each having one elected representative.
In addition there are three Councilmen at Large who do not represent any single district, but rather represent the needs and concerns of all Hammond residents and businesses. Term of service Every four years, Hammond constituents vote to elect City Council members for their districts and Councilmen at Large to serve on the council for the next four years. This Site Is Maintained By TroCor Corporate Services .