Kalamazoo, seat of Kalamazoo County, has a commission/manager form of government. The city commissioners are elected on an at-large basis during odd-numbered calendar years. The mayor is the commissioner who received the largest number of votes at the preceding election, and is responsible for representing the city at ceremonial functions and signing contracts; the city manager transacts the city's daily business affairs.
Head Official: Mayor Robert B, Jones (since 1998; current term expires 2005)
Total Number of City Employees: 915 (2005)
City Information: Mayor's Office, City of Kalamazoo, 241 W. South St., Kalamazoo, MI 49007-4796; telephone (269)337-8046; fax (269)337-8182; email jonesr@kalamazoocity.com