Lillehammer County Council is part of the public administration in Norway, and functions as a regional authority. It is responsible for a number of tasks that span areas such as education, transport, culture and business development. The county council works to promote development in the region and safeguard the interests of its residents through various measures and projects.
As part of the public system, the county council cooperates with municipalities, state agencies and other actors to ensure the comprehensive development of the county. This includes planning and implementing infrastructure projects, as well as facilitating upper secondary education and skills development. The county council also plays an important role in the preservation and development of cultural heritage and natural resources in the area.
The county council's work is characterized by political decisions, and elected representatives sit in the county council and make decisions on the various matters that are dealt with. This gives residents the opportunity to influence development in the region through democratic processes.