Mayor job description

Responsibilities

• Executes official documents.
• Makes official appointments subject to the approval of the council.
• Presides at council meetings.
• Manages the finances of the city.
• Creates commissions to focus on community needs.
• Establishes priorities for city departments.

Eligibility

• At least 21 years old upon assuming office.
• Eligible to vote in Minnesota.
• Maintains residence in their district at 30 days before the general election.
• Has not filed for another office at the upcoming primary or general election.