Topeka adopted a City Manager form of government in 2005. Council members from each of nine districts are elected to staggered four-year terms; the mayor is elected at large and sets the council's agenda (but does not vote). A city manager handles daily operations.
Head Official: Mayor William W. Bunten (since 2005; current term expires 2009)
Total Number of City Employees: 1,735 (2005)
City Information: City Hall, 215 SE 7th Street, Topeka, KS 66603-3914; telephone (785)368-3710; fax (785)368-3958