The City Council is the legislative, or law-making, branch of City
government. The City Council is responsible for passing local laws for New
York City, making decisions about land use, investigating and overseeing
City agencies, and approving the City’s budget. Each Council member
represents one of the 51 New York City Council districts. Council members
receive an annual base salary of $90,000. Council leaders and chairs of
committees receive additional pay. Council members may hold other jobs in
addition to their Council seats.