Strensall forms its own ward in the City of York Council.

York Council works closely together with First to bring special discounts and offers to tourists visiting these sites.

Elections to City of York Council were held in 2003.

Elections to City of York Council were held on 6 May 1999.

Elections to City of York Council were held on Thursday 3 May 2007.

Elections to City of York Council were held on Thursday 5 May 2011.

York Council gave the land, and the local Church raised the money to pay for the building.

The current councillors were elected to serve a 4 year term in the City of York Council.

The City of York Council has 47 councillors serving 22 wards.

The plans were subject to approval from City of York Council.