Government Demographics

The City Charter of Greenville provides for a council-manager form of local government. The mayor and council members function as the policy-making body of the City's government, determining the overall goals, objectives, and direction for city services. They also adopt the annual operating budgets for all city departments.

The Greenville City Council is comprised of a mayor elected at large and six single-member district council members, elected for three-year terms, to represent the citizens of Greenville.

The City of Greenville is self-sufficient with its own water treatment facility, sewer, and electric utility system. It also has its own fire and police services.