 The City of Des Moines operates under a Council-Manager form of government. Members of the City Council set policy and the City Manager administrates it. Council members serve a four-year term and represent various sections of the City. In Des Moines, there are two At-Large Council Seats, four Ward Seats, and the Mayor's Seat. A total of seven elected officials govern the City.
Des Moines' City Manager is Mr. Rick Clark. Mr. Clark oversees and is responsible for all day to day City operations. Des Moines police officers and Mr. Clark share a mutual commitment to provide the residents of Des Moines with only the most professional, timely, and efficient police service possible.
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