City Council
City Council
The Mayor and four Councilmembers represent the residents of Carmel-by-the-Sea, review public policy, and adopt policies responsive to the community. The City Council meets the first Monday and Tuesday of each month at 4:30 p.m. (with the exception of Holidays) in the Council Chamber of Carmel City Hall located on the east side of Monte Verde Street between Ocean and 7th Avenues.
All legislative power is held by the publicly elected, five-member City Council which consists of the Mayor and four Councilmembers. While all Councilmembers enjoy the same powers and privileges, the Mayor has the additional responsibility of presiding over City Council meetings, signing official documents, and officiating at ceremonies and events.
Mayor and Councilmembers
2024 City Council Meeting Dates
City Council holds a Regular Meeting on the first Tuesday of each month unless otherwise established by Resolution. The first Monday of each month is reserved for a Special Meeting to conduct Tours of Inspection.
The list of City Council meeting dates for 2024 are listed below. Please note: this list is not inclusive of additional Special Meetings that come up throughout the year. The calendar on the homepage is updated as additional meetings arise.