Roles and Responsibilities
The Communal Assembly is responsible for enacting the Communal Code (the constitution of the commune) and regulations, together with the associated plans. It also approves the by-laws of special-purpose associations and institutions, as well as certain agreements. It enjoys financial autonomy within the commune, and makes decisions with regard to the tax coefficient, the budget, the annual financial statement and investment projects and loans.

Powers
A conclusive list of the powers of the Communal Assembly can be found under § 47 of the Commune Act. The Communal Assembly can be granted additional powers by the Communal Regulations, provided these powers do not fall explicitly to another communal body according to legislation.

Prerequisite
Every eligible voter resident in Bottmingen is entitled to participate in the Communal Assembly.

Communal Assembly Dates
Assemblies are generally held on a quarterly basis in March, June, October and December.