Mayor of Houston

As the City’s chief administrator and official representative, the Mayor of Houston is responsible for the general management of the City, and for seeing that all laws and ordinances are enforced. As Executive Officer of the City, the Mayor presides over City Council with voting privileges, and is responsible for advising Council of the City’s financial condition and presenting an annual budget for approval. Other administrative duties for this position include the appointments of department heads and persons serving on advisory board, administering oaths and signing all motions, resolutions and ordinances passed by City Council.