The Governing Body of the Town of Edgewood consists of five Commissioners who are elected to four-year terms by the citizens of Edgewood in a non-partisan, at-large election. The Commission, in accordance with state statute, selects from among themselves a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem to fulfill honorary and statutorily required roles. The Governing Body holds Executive, Legislative, and Quasi-Judicial powers for the Town of Edgewood.
In Edgewood's Commission-Manager form of government, the Town Commission appoints a Town Manager who is the Chief Administrator and oversees day-to-day operations of the town under delegated authority from the Town Commission.
The Town Commission also appoints members of the community to serve at the pleasure of the Commission for statutory positions (Planning & Zoning Commission and Lodgers Tax Board) and additional advisory boards for: Animal Welfare, Economic Development, Library, and Parks & Recreation. From time to time, the Commission may also create ad hoc committees for special projects or events.
Town Meetings
Beginning in March 2023, Town Meetings will be held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at the Town Hall Commission Chambers at 6:00 PM. Citizens are encouraged to attend these meetings to keep informed of town issues and to provide input.
In addition to attending in person at 171-A NM Highway 344 (formerly the north building of Edgewood Elementary School), Citizens can view on the live stream at the Town of Edgewood YouTube Page.
Open Meetings
New Mexico Open Meetings Act Compliance Guide. Current Town of Edgewood Open Meetings Resolution and Rules of Procedure (updated each year) are available online.