Rochester: Municipal Government

Rochester, the seat of Monroe County, operates under a mayor-council form of government. The mayor and five council members are elected by the citizens at large, and four council members are elected by district.

Head Official: Mayor William A. Johnson, Jr. (since 1994; current term expires 2005)

Total Number of City Employees: 3,003 (full time, 2004-2005)

City Information: City of Rochester, City Hall, 30 Church Street, Rochester, NY 14614; telephone (585)428-5990