City of Garrett, Indiana

The chief elected official of Garrett is the mayor, who is responsible for the overall operation of the City government.

Tonya Hoeffel serves as Mayor of Garrett.  Her term began January 1, 2012 and ends December 31, 2015.  State law requires a mayor to reside within the City. There are no limits on the number of terms a mayor may serve.

The Mayor appoints some or all of the members of the following: Board of Works, Board of Zoning Appeals, Economic Development Commission, the Housing Authority, the Park Authority, the Plan Commission and the Redevelopment Commission.

The Mayor also appoints the City Attorney, Planning Director, Civil Defense Director, Police Chief, Street Superintendent and the Utility Superintendent, and hires other City personnel.
Mayor Hoeffel may also perform wedding ceremonies, works closely with the clerk-treasurer, city departments, DeKalb County Economic Development Partnership, The Garrett Chamber of Commerce, and supports our local civic and community organizations.