As we get closer to this upcoming election, it made me wonder: From a mayor who served 25 years to the two-year rotation tradition: how Piedmont has selected its mayors since 1907? Piedmont residents elect their City Council, but they do not directly elect their mayor. Instead, the five council members select one of their own to serve in the position. This arrangement has existed in some form since Piedmont incorporated in 1907. However, the length of time a mayor serves—and