Government

Des Plaines is operated under the Mayor-City Council form of government. The Council is the City’s legislative body, enacting the laws and establishing the policies which govern the main activities of the City.

The council is made up of a part-time Mayor and Aldermen representing each of 8 individual wards. A full-time City Manager oversees the day to day operations of the city.

Photo: Des Plaines Civic Center, 1420 Miner Street