Redwood City, California – its government is characterized by a strong emphasis on public involvement, efficiency, customer service, and partnerships between the various City services and the community at large. As a whole, the City government conducts its business guided by a set of organizational values and behaviors, in order to best serve its citizens.

City policy is set by seven publicly-elected City Council members that represent Redwood City's population. The Council appoints from its among its members the Mayor, who serves a two-year term, and appoints three City officials - City Attorney, City Clerk, and the City Manager. The City Manager serves as the City administrator and works closely with the City Clerk and the City Attorney in carrying out the Council’s policy direction.

Redwood City is a "charter city" and does not fall under General Law provisions but instead has its own code of rules - "The City Charter." This document can be, and has been, amended, but only by placing the changes before the voters of the City.

The government of Redwood City is here to serve the community – residents, businesses, children and families, and visitors.

Welcome to the community of Redwood City, California!