Trenton operates under a mayor-council form of government. The seven council members serve four-year terms; three are elected at large, four elected by ward. The mayor serves a four-year term. Trenton also serves as the state capital of New Jersey and the county seat for Mercer County.
Head Official: Mayor Douglas H. Palmer (NP) (since 1990; current term expires July 1, 2006)
Total Number of City Employees: 1,750 (2005)
City Information: Mayor's Office, Trenton City Hall, 319 East State Street, Trenton, NJ 08608-1866; telephone (609)989-3030