Mayor of Hverhöfn

Mayor of Hverhöfn
Incumbent Ástríður Jónsdóttir
Reports to	Hverhöfn City Council
Term length	Four years

The Mayor of Hverhöfn is the chief executive officer of Hverhöfn, the capital city of Hverland. As an elected official, the Mayor holds significant influence over the city's administration, shaping its policies and governance. The office is integral to the city's Council-Mayor system and plays a vital role in both local and national politics.

History

The position of Mayor has been a part of Hverhöfn's political landscape since its official foundation in the 13th century. The role has evolved from a ceremonial figurehead to a powerful political leader, reflecting the city's growth and increased complexities.

Role

The Mayor of Hverhöfn is responsible for overseeing the city's administrative functions, including public services, urban planning, and economic development. They work closely with the Hverhöfn City Council to enact legislation and policies. The Mayor also represents the city on both a national and international stage, promoting Hverhöfn's interests.

Electoral process

Mayors are elected through a popular vote by the residents of Hverhöfn. The elections are held every four years, and the position is open to any eligible citizen of Hverhöfn. The electoral process is known for its high voter turnout, indicative of the city's engaged electorate.

Officeholders

No.	Name	Term of office	Party
1				The Conservatives
2				Social Democratic Party
3				The Conservatives
4				Social Democratic Party
5				Social Democratic Party
6
7	Fenrir Alvisson
8	Hjörleif Ulfarson			Social Democratic Party
9	Ingibjörg Hallgrímsdóttir	1983–1995		Conservative Nationals
10		1995-2003		Other party or unaffiliated
11		2003–2010		Social Democratic Party
(acting)		2010–2011		Liberals
12		2011–2015
13	Hallgunnur Heiðmannsdóttir	2015–2023		Liberals
14	Ástríður Jónsdóttir	2023–		Liberals

See also

• Hverhöfn City Council
• City Ombudsman of Hverhöfn
• Politics of Hverland