About Us

The city is governed by an elected council. A separately elected mayor presides over the governing body and also may cast a vote on matters before the council. The current mayor is Elisa Beasley. Council members and the mayor serve without any compensation pursuant to a Home Rule Charter that was approved by voters in 2009. An appointed city manager oversees daily operations of various city services and functions. Elections each May determine occupants of alternating seats on the council and the mayor is elected biannually.