About the Town and Government

Town of Tarboro Government

Tarboro operates under a council-manager form of government. The mayor is elected at-large on a non-partisan basis for a four-year term. Eight council members are elected from wards on a non-partisan basis for four-year staggered terms. A professional manager is employed to administer the operation of the town. A team of seven department heads assist the manager. The town government provides leadership and encourages involvement.