Organizational Structure
How the Corporation Works
The Corporation’s institutional framework brings together elected representatives and administrative officials. The elected wing sets local priorities and provides democratic oversight, while the administrative wing carries out statutory duties and implements decisions.
Elected Wing
Represents residents and guides local policy, development priorities and civic decision-making.
- Municipal CouncilThe principal deliberative and decision-making body, comprising elected councillors representing the wards.
- MayorHeads the Corporation and presides over Council meetings.
- Deputy MayorAssists the Mayor and carries out assigned responsibilities.
- Ward CouncillorsRepresent residents, raise local issues and communicate ward-level needs to the Corporation.
Administrative Wing
Implements Council decisions and manages the day-to-day administration and delivery of municipal services.
- SecretaryOversees municipal administration and implementation of decisions in accordance with applicable law.
- Administrative OfficersSupport coordination, records, office administration and execution of official duties.
- Department Heads and StaffManage specialist functions and provide civic services across the city.
Standing Committees
Standing Committees examine and oversee specialised areas of municipal work. The following eight committee areas are listed on the Corporation’s organisational information.
Steering Committee
Coordinates and monitors the work of the Standing Committees. It includes the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Standing Committee Chairpersons, in accordance with the applicable municipal framework.
Key Administrative Departments
Departments carry out the Corporation’s operational responsibilities and support essential services, financial management and urban development.
General Administration
Staff administration, coordination, official communication and administrative reporting.
Council Department
Records and documentation relating to Council meetings, decisions and resolutions.
Accounts Department
Budget support, financial records, expenditure monitoring and financial statements.
Engineering Department
Public works, roads, drainage and relevant engineering and infrastructure functions.
Health Department
Sanitation, conservancy, solid-waste management and public-health functions.
Revenue Department
Municipal tax assessment, collection and related revenue administration.
Town Planning
Urban planning and related development-control functions, as assigned.
Other Service Units
Additional sections and units support the Corporation’s statutory and public-service responsibilities.
Ward-Level Administration
Local representation, citywide service
The Corporation is organized into electoral wards represented by elected councillors. Councillors communicate residents’ concerns and local development needs, while municipal officers and field staff support service delivery in their respective areas.
