The Mayor is also elected for a 4-year term and serves as the chief executive and administrative head of the City. The Mayor serves as President of Council and presides over all Council meetings. Only in the case of a tie vote does the Mayor or acting Mayor cast a deciding vote on an issue.
The legislative powers of Harrison are vested in a Council of 7 members. All members of Council are elected for overlapping terms of 4 years, with an election held every 2 years.
Meetings
City Council meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month at 7:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, located at 300 George St., Harrison, OH 45030.
These meetings are televised "live" as they happen on Time Warner channel 4. They are replayed Mondays at 11 p.m. on channel 15 and Sundays at 3 p.m. on channel 17. Watch now
Citizens who wish to address City Council regarding a specific issue must fill out a Visitor's Formprior to the meeting. Citizens will be heard at 7:15 p.m., on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month, before the regular Council meeting.
Agendas & Minutes
Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.