The City Council responsibilities include setting policy, adopting local ordinances, setting the tax rate, approving the budget and approving major land transactions. The Council also appoints citizen members of boards and commissions, the City Manager, Municipal Judge, and the City Attorney.
Lockhart's mayor and councilmembers are elected for three-year staggered terms.
You may also refer to the interactive Voting District Map below to determine which City District you reside in and which Councilmember represents you. (Click the purple buttons on the map for more information)