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Governing Body

Mission
The Town of Garner ’ s mission is organized around four goal statements , including : 1 ) Fiscal Responsibility - to ensure fiscal stability and efficient use of resources , 2 ) Efficient and Timely Service Delivery - provide efficient and effective services that match community needs and expectations , 3 ) Orderly Growth -grow and maintain a robust , diversified economy , and 4 ) Quality of Life - foster a safe and welcoming community with access to a wide range of opportunities and amenities .
Summary
The Town of Garner Governing Body consists of the Mayor , Town Council and Legal Services . The Town of Garner has a Council-Manager form of government with a Mayor and five-member Town Council . Elections for these offices are held at two-year intervals in November of odd-numbered years . Elections are non-partisan and all members of Council are elected for four-year terms . The Mayor is elected for a four-year term at the same time elections for the Town Council are held . The Town Attorney ’ s office is housed within the Legal Services division . The Town Attorney is appointed and retained by the Town Council , as well as the Town Manager .
The Town of Garner nurtures a hometown charm and natural environment for residents and businesses while encouraging new economic , recreational , and cultural opportunities through wise planning and investment .
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