Honolulu City Council

The nine-member Honolulu City Council governs the City and County of Honolulu and is responsible for legislative and investigative functions. The mayor serves as chief executive of the city. All city council offices are nonpartisan and candidates are elected to four-year terms for a maximum of two consecutive terms.

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