# Mayor

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RDqfHjeoofHfEMkxsTgsHg6

## Labels

**Preferred Label:** Local Government Head

## Definition

A Mayor is the highest-ranking official in a municipal government, typically elected by the public or appointed by a city council. This individual serves as the chief executive officer of a city or town, responsible for overseeing local government operations, implementing policies, and representing the municipality in various capacities.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R8Oek9P5OcDc0RoLp6ZB93x

**Deprecated:** False