The City Council is comprised of the mayor and six council members. The mayor is elected at-large and serves a four-year term. Of the six council members, four are elected by district and two at-large. The council members serve four-year terms.

As elected officials, the City Council is tasked with providing policy and direction upon which all city actions, programs and priorities are based. The City Council relies on the input of the city manager and city staff, as well as recommendations from various boards, commissions and committees. The City Council also participates in local and regional organizations and seeks to influence State and Federal legislation to better address the concerns of our community.