Jersey City: Municipal Government

Since a charter revision in 1960, Jersey City has operated with a mayor-council form of government. There are nine council members, six elected by wards and three at large; they and the mayor all serve four-year terms. The mayor does not vote on legislation, but may veto ordinances within ten days of passage by the Municipal Council. The Council needs six votes to override the mayor's veto. Jersey City is also the seat of Hudson County government.

Head Official: Mayor Jerramiah Healy (D) (since 2005, current term expires 2008)

Total Number of City Employees: 2,500 (2000)

City Information: Office of the Mayor, 280 Grove St., Jersey City, NJ 07302; telephone (201)547-5200