The County Governor of Oppland and Hedmark, now known as Innlandet County Council, has its headquarters in Lillehammer. The office functions as a regional administrative body responsible for a number of tasks related to public administration, including health, education, environment and community development. The County Governor's task is to safeguard the state's interests at the regional level and to cooperate with the municipalities to ensure good services for the citizens.
The office plays an important role in coordinating and developing policies that affect the citizens of the region. This includes, among other things, supervising municipal activities, handling complaints and following up on state guidelines. The County Governor also works with emergency preparedness and crisis management, and promotes sustainable development and environmental protection in the county. Through its work, the office helps to strengthen local democracy and ensure that the citizens' voices are heard on important issues.