The City Council consists of seven part-time nonpartisan members, elected at large every two years to staggered, four-year terms. The primary responsibility of the City Council is to establish the policies and guidance necessary to carry out these policies. The City Council appoints the City Manager and the members of Kenmore's advisory boards and commissions. These appointments serve at the pleasure of the City Council and provide it with recommendations and advice. The Mayor is elected from within the City Council, to serve a two-year term. The Mayor presides at City Council meetings and represents the City at various ceremonial functions and at other community and intergovernmental meetings. This position does not exercise veto power. The City Manager serves as the professional administrator of the City and is responsible for coordinating all day-to-day operations and administration. These duties include personnel and labor relations, preparation and administration of the City budget .
