Jefferson City is the capital of Missouri and the seat of Cole County. The city itself has a mayor-council form of government; there are ten councilmen, each of whom serves a two-year term and may be elected to serve a total of up to eight years. The mayor serves for four years and may be re-elected for a second term.
Head Official: Mayor John Landwehr (since 2003; current term expires 2007)
Total Number of City Employees: 387 (2005)
City Information: Mayor's Office, City of Jefferson City, 231 Madison Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101; telephone (573)634-6304