Gary's city government consists of a mayor and nine council members, six of whom are elected by district, the other three at large. Terms for all are four years.
Head Official: Mayor Scott L. King (D) (since 1996; current term expires 2007)
Total Number of City Employees: 2,319 (2005)
City Information: City of Gary, City Hall, 401 Broadway, Gary, IN 46402; telephone (219)881-1301