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    City of Denton residents, this is your City Government. We welcome your input and your volunteer efforts; your local government is built on it.

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    Meet your city council

    The City of Denton is governed by the Council-Manager form of government. The mayor and six council members are the legislative body of the City; its members are the community’s decision maker. The Council focuses on community goals, major projects, and long-term considerations such as community growth, land use development, capital improvement plans, and strategic planning. The Council appoints a professional manager to oversee the delivery of public services.
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