City Council

The City of Emporia operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The governing body, comprised of a Mayor, who is elected at-large, and seven members of City Council, each elected from one of the City's seven electoral districts. City Council sets the policies, budgets, and laws that direct City operations and services. City Council hires the City Manager to administer the day-to-day operations.

Unless otherwise posted, regular meetings of the Council are held on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers located at 201 South Main Street, Emporia, Virginia.

You are encouraged to communicate your ideas, concerns, and issues with your Council representative.

Meetings

• 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month - 2025 Calendar
• 6:30 pm
• Council Chambers
  201 South Main Street
  Emporia, Virginia 23847 

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes

Members

• Carolyn Carey, Mayor-At Large
  Term Expires: December 31, 2028
• Clifton Threat, District 1
  Term Expires: December 31, 2026
• Carol Mercer, District 2
  Term Expires: December 31, 2028
• James C. Saunders, District 3
  Term Expires: December 31, 2028
• Mark S Lilly, District 4
  Term Expires: December 31, 2026
• Doris T. White, District 5
  Term Expires: December 31, 2026
• L. Dale Temple, District 6
  Term Expires: December 31, 2028
• Alvina Matthews, District 7
  Term Expires: December 31, 2026