Government exists to serve the citizens of the community it represents. The administration of the City of Beckley coordinates the various departments that provide those services.

 The City of Beckley is administered by the Mayor and Common Council. Beckley utilizes a strong mayor form of government, with the Mayor serving as the Chief Administrative Officer for the City. He is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the City. Be sure to read the Message from the Mayor on our home page. And for more information about the mayor, use the Mayor's link under Elected Officials on the left.

 The Common Council of the City of Beckley is comprised of representatives from each of the City's five wards, as well as two councilmen-at-large. You can find out more about each of the Council Members, and find out more about what is going on in your ward, through our Elected Officials pages on the left.