By poplulation, Meade is classified as a 3rd Class City. The City Council is the Governing Body of the City. The Governing Body consists of five Council Members, Mayor, City Administrator, City Clerk, and City Attorney. The City Council meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the City Building. The Council has a diverse number of powers. In general terms, it sets the policy for the City. It devises a budget for the year and approves it and sets the tax levy for the City.

The public is encouraged to attend the City Council meetings.

Mayor, Bud Doerflinger 2007-2011

Richard Knott Council Member 2007-2011

Lance DeLissa Council Member 2009-2013

Edward Dye Council Member 2009-2013

Chris Hartnett Council Member 2009-2013

Clifford Hailey Council Member 2007-2011

The Mayor and Council Members are elected by the citizens of Meade and serve for four years, staggered two year terms. The Mayor appoints the City Clerk and the City Attorney yearly with the approval of the City Council.

The Governing Body is here to serve the citizens of Meade.