In most cities, the mayors were chosen for a period of four years.

The mayor is chosen by direct ballot for a term of 8 years.

Each year a new mayor is chosen from among the councilmembers.

The mayor and all council members are chosen in municipal elections.

The mayor was chosen by the council from among its members.

Every year a new mayor is chosen to represent the community.

As of 1500, only two mayors were chosen every year.

The mayor is chosen separately by the people not the council.

Out of the council members, a mayor and vice-mayor is chosen every two years.

The mayor is chosen in a direct election for a term of six years.