I amsterdam - Council Committees

Each committee discusses the policy proposals of a specific member of the board, focussing on current themes presented. 

Aside from preparing the discussions and decisions of the City Council, the committees are also empowered to take decisions themselves. Since the introduction of the Local Authorities Act in 2002, members of the board are no longer member of committees, but do attend.

The Aldermen present and discuss policy proposals and provide information to the committee on current affairs. They can be assisted by civil servants from their departments.

At the start each meeting, civilians have the possibility to address the committee on subjects of interest. In principle, the council committees meet once every three weeks.