Terms are staggered with two council members elected one election cycle and the other two and the mayor two years later. The non-mayoral seats are elected in pairs, giving voters the chance to vote for up to two candidates. If necessary, races are narrowed down during a primary election.
In this system, council members are elected in alternating cycles, with two seats filled every election cycle and another two two years later. The mayor's position is also staggered, with two elections occurring over a two-year period. Non-mayoral positions are chosen in pairs, giving voters the option to select up to two candidates. If necessary, primary elections will narrow down the field of contenders.