Pormpuraaw Community Council consists of 7 members, voted in by the Community in elections held every 4 years, with the next election in March 2008. Since 1986, the Council has assumed the responsibilities of Local Government, having acquired title to an area spanning 466,198 hectares by way of Deed of Grant in Trust (DoGiT) (see History). There are approximately 700 people in the town of Pormpuraaw and the 12 Homelands Outstations.

The Council runs a diversified Enterprise operation, including the Edward River Crocodile Farm, Cattle Property, Fishing Camps and a Community Development Employment Project (CDEP). For more about the enterprises and services run by the Council see Services. For email, telephone and fax numbers see Contacts.

The Council also oversees cultural institutions such as the BRACS Radio and TV Station and the Pormpuraaw Cultural Centre.