Atlanta, the Fulton County seat, is governed by a mayor and a 16-member city council that is managed by the council president. The mayor is chief executive officer and oversees administration of city government.
Head Official: Mayor Shirley Franklin (D) (since 2002; current term expires 2006)
Total Number of City Employees: 7,500 (2005)
City Information: City of Atlanta, 55 Trinity Ave., Atlanta, GA 30303; telephone (404)330-6000; fax (404)658-7673