Article VII — The Council›§ 704. Presiding officer – Mayor.
§ 704.2. Mayor – Political position.
Santa Clara Municipal Code · 2026-07 edition · updated 2026-09-27 · Santa Clara
The Mayor shall be the political leader within the community by providing guidance and leadership to the City Council, by expressing and explaining to the community the City's policies and programs and by assisting the City Council in the informed, vigorous and effective exercise of its powers. Political leadership shall be concerned with the general development of the community and the general level of City services and activity programs.
(Added by electors at election held November 5, 1968, approved by Joint Resolution of Legislature filed with Secretary of State January 15, 1969)
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