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Mayor of Bakersfield, California
| Mayor of Bakersfield | |
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| Style | Honorable |
| Term length | 4 years |
| Formation | 1915 |
| Salary | $24,000 |
| Website | Mayor & City Council Homepage |
The mayor of Bakersfield is the elected leader for the city of Bakersfield, California. Prior to 1957, the mayor was appointed by the city council and the head of the executive branch. After that time, the mayor was split into two positions. The city manager would be appointed by the city council and run the executive branch. The mayor would be elected by the citizens and serve as the leader for the city. The mayor is elected to four-year terms, under the single-winner voting system. There is no limit on the number of terms they can serve. The office of the mayor is located at City Hall but has no official residence.
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