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 elected Mayor, Recorder, or Aldermen unless he be a qualified voter in the State and a resident of said city for twelve (12) months previous to the election. Removal from the corporation shall vacate any office.
Filing Requirements
No filing fee. Petition signature requirement of 25 signatures.
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the County Election Commissioner's office.