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  • The City of West Haven was incorporated in 1961 and is Connecticut’s ‘youngest’ city.
  • John M. Picard (D) is West Haven’s 10th Mayor.
  • The city’s legislation is formed by the Mayor and a thirteen member council.
  • The City Council meets the second and fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 pm in the Council Chambers, unless there is a change due to a holiday.  During July and August, the Council only meets on the fourth Monday of each month.
  • There are 10 local voting districts and 12 districts in state elections.

Please visit Mayor Picard’s Message and our City Directory.

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