Local Official Offices - Lynchburg, City Council, Lynchburg Municipal Government Offices

The council-manager form of government is the system of local government that combines the strong political leadership of elected officials in the form of a council or other governing body, with the strong managerial experience of an appointed local government manager. The form establishes a representative system where all power is concentrated in the elected council and where the council hires a professionally trained manager to oversee the delivery of public services. In Lynchburg, a 7-member Council and Mayor are elected for 4-year terms. Four members are elected to represent wards and three members are elected at-large. Other Responsibilities of City Council Appoint City Manager, City Attorney, and the City Clerk Any and all additions and amendments to the Lynchburg City Code Creation of council-appointed Boards and Commissions The Mayor assigns 3 council members to each the Physical Development Committee and the Finance Committee. Among other duties, the Mayor reviews requests for proclamations, letters of recognition, certificates and Keys to the City. 2024 Legislative Agenda - Adopted (PDF) Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) (PDF)