Madera is a general law city, incorporated in 1907. The City operates under the Council/Manager form of government, with the Mayor selected by the City Council. An annual budget of $40 million and a work force of 215 full time employees provide the services of our Finance, Police, Public Works (including the Airport and Wastewater Treatment Plant), Community Development (including Planning, Engineering, Abatement & Compliance, and Building Divisions), Parks & Community Services, City Clerk, Administration, and City Attorney Departments.