Government

Carmel by-the-Sea City Hall
On Monte Verde Street
Between Ocean Ave & 7th Ave

Form of Government

Carmel-by-the-Sea's governmental system is Council/City Administrator. The Mayor and City Council, as the governing body, are elected by the people. The City Council appoints the City Administrator. It also appoints the City's Attorney, Treasurer, and Engineer. The City Administrator appoints all other City employees.  Click here for more information - Official website for the city Carmel.