The City of Auburn was incorporated as a town on February 2, 1839. Auburn has a council-manager form of government implemented in October 1986 after a successful referendum in 1983. One of the major changes resulting from the referendum was the consolidation of the positions of Mayor and Council President. Departments which fall under the management of the city include Public Works, Environmental Services, Parks and Recreation, Water and Sewer, Economic Development, and Public Safety.
The City of Auburn was incorporated as a town on February 2, 1839. Auburn has a council-manager form of government implemented in October 1986 after a successful referendum in 1983. One of the major changes resulting from the referendum was the consolidation of the positions of Mayor and Council President. Departments which fall under the management of the city include Public Works, Environmental Services, Parks and Recreation, Water and Sewer, Economic Development, and Public Safety.