City Council

Overview

The City Council is comprised of five members elected at large for four years. The Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem is elected directly by the City Council from among its members. The Mayor is the presiding officer at council meetings, with the Mayor Pro Tem filling that role in the Mayor's absence. The City Council also serves as Board Members to the Community Development Commission, Housing Authority, Financing Authority and Baldwin Park Charitable Relief Foundation.

The terms of office are staggered, with two members elected at one general municipal election and three at the next. Elections are held the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of even-numbered years.

Address the City Council

The public is encouraged to address the City Council or any of its agencies on any matter posted on an agenda or on any other matter within its jurisdiction. There is a three-minute speaking time limit. Please notify the City Clerk if you require the services of an interpreter. No Action may be taken on a matter unless it is listed on the agenda, or unless certain emergency or special circumstances exist. If you wish to comment on agenda items and are unable to physically appear in person, please email us your name, place of residence, item number or topic and a phone number where you will be available between the hours of 7 pm during City Council Meeting.

Claims

Claims Against the City may be made by completing a Claim Form and returning the original signed copy to the City Clerk's Department. Claims take approximately 4 to 6 weeks to process.