Fresno has a strong-mayor form of government, with seven council members and the mayor elected at large. A city manager is hired by the council. Fresno is also the Fresno County seat.
Head Official: Mayor Alan Autry (since 2001; current term expires 2009)
Total Number of City Employees: 3,921 (2004)
City Information: City of Fresno, 2600 Fresno Street, Fresno, CA 93721; telephone (559)621-7770