*Sets the tone for the culture and future of the city's operations and acts as the chief magistrate for city activities and legislation.
*Works with town councils, board of commissioners or other city-level entities to enact legislation such as city taxes, laws or others.
*Appoints positions, such as advisory committees and executive positions such as directors, city clerk or city treasurer.
*Promotes city beautification, arts, cultural affairs, parks and recreation activities.
*Ensures the city is kept clean and orderly, with opportunities for citizens to experience a good quality of life and enjoy good health.
*Recruits and retains businesses for the city.
*Helps build the city...