Boards and commissions are groups of residents who give their perspective on a variety of topics. You can see the list of Boards and Commissions here. https://www.como.gov/Council/Commissions/index.php
"The City Council has assigned legislation duties and responsibilities to your board or commission. The ordinance or resolution that established the board sets forth the duties and responsibilities of the board. As a member of the board, your authority to act is derived and limited by the ordinance or resolution adopted by the City Council."