Charlotte-Mecklenburg County is governed by two elective entities: an 11-member city council with an elected mayor, all of whom serve two-year terms; and a professional city manager, a position appointed by the city council.
Head Official: Mayor Pat McCrory (R) (since 1995; current term expires 2005)
Total Number of City Employees: 5,838 (2005)
City Information: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, 600 E. Fourth St., Charlotte, NC 28202-2840; telephone (704)336-7600