Concord operates with a council-manager form of government. The mayor is elected to a two year term. Four councilors are elected at large while ten are elected by ward. The at-large councilors serve staggered four-year terms while ward councilors serve for two years. The council appoints a professional city manager who serves under a contract and is responsible to the city council. Local government is said to encourage industrial growth.
Head Official: Mayor Michael L. Donovan (since 2003; term expires November 2005)
Total Number of City Employees: 476 (2005)
City Information: City Manager, Administration Department, City Hall, 41 Green Street, Concord, NH 03301; telephone (603)225-8570
