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Columbus Mayor

The chief executive of your town or city

Full office description

  • The mayor leads the executive branch of local government, presiding over city council meetings, making sure city departments run smoothly, and providing services to citizens.
  • The mayor attends and runs City Council meetings, serving as an important leader for how local laws get set. These laws affect local services, such as Police, City Planning, Parks & Recreation, and Transportation.
  • The Mayor in some circumstances may vote to break a tie in council meetings. They do not have veto power.

How this impacts you

  • Housing CostsThe cost of housing is usually impacted by local lawmakers. The Mayor can lead key actions to address housing costs and taxes, including leading affordable housing projects.

  • PolicingThe mayor and city council can decide the number of police on city streets, how much residents are surveilled with cameras and scanners and if residents are arrested or given access to services.

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