Monterey operates with a council-city manager form of government. The policymaking branch of the city government, the city council, consists of five members: the mayor, elected to a two-year term, and four council members, elected to four-year terms. The city manager, appointed by the council, serves as the city's professional administrator.
Head Official: Mayor Dan Albert (since 1986; current term expires November 2006)
Total Number of City Employees: 464 (full and part-time) (2005)
City Information: Mayor's Office, City of Monterey, 340 Tyler St., Monterey, CA 93940-2487; telephone (831)646-3760