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Calgary appears to be a thoroughly modern city, but there is some history here. The design of the sandstone City Hall shows its roots in late 19th century design. Today most city services have been relocated, but this building still serves as the home of the mayor's office. It was declared an historic landmark in 1978.

Calgary is governed in accordance with the Province of Alberta's - Municipal Government Act (1995).[22] The citizens vote for members of the Calgary City Council every three years with the next vote in October 2007. City Council is comprised of the Mayor and 14 Ward Aldermen. The current Mayor is Dave Bronconnier who was first elected in 2001.

The city has an operating budget of $2.1 billion for 2007, supported 41% by property taxes. $757 million in property taxes are collected annualy, with $386 million from residential and $371 million from non-residential properties.[23] 54% of the budget is spent for wages of the 13,043 city employees and expeditures. The average Calgary household pays $1,042 per year in city tax.