Augusta: Municipal Government

Augusta operates under a mayor-council form of government. The mayor and eight council members are elected for three-year terms. A city manager is appointed by the council.

Head Official: Mayor William E. Dowling (since 1998; current term expires December 2006)

Total Number of City Employees: 250

City Information: City of Augusta, City Center Plaza, 16 Cony Street, Augusta, ME 04330; telephone (207)626-2300