The Mayor is the chief executive officer of the municipality. They often preside over council meetings and may have the power to hire and fire heads of municipal departments.
No person shall be a mayor unless, at the time of his election, he is twenty one (21) years old, a qualified elector and freeholder residing within the city at the time of his election, and has resided therein for one year next proceeding.
Filing Requirements
No filing fee; signature requirement of at least 5% and not more than 10% of the voters in the city.