In 1975 the Town adopted a Home Rule Charter that calls for a Council – Manager government consisting of a Mayor and five Council Members. The Mayor and Council are elected on the second Saturday in May of even numbered years. All members are elected at large and serve without compensation. Each member is limited to three successive two-year terms of office. In addition, the Mayor and Council appoint the Town Administrator (Manager.) Council Meetings are held the second and fourth Monday of each month at 5:00 PM, unless otherwise set by the council. Special meetings are held as needed. All meetings are open to the public. The Council appoints all boards and committees of the Town.
Inscribed on the wall of the Council Chamber are these words.
THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND PARK A Haven for Home and Fireside, Undisturbed by conflict of commercial or Political interests. The function of government in Highland Park is protection of the home. Citizens who cherish their homes will vigilantly preserve their heritage of self-government. .
Click here to view the Town Council meeting schedule. Click here to view the Town of Highland Park Code of Ordinances online.