The Paola City Council consists of 4 members who are elected from each of the four City Wards and serve two year terms.  Odd numbered Wards elect their Council Members in odd numbered years and even numbered wards elect their Council Members in even numbered years.  The Mayor is elected from the city at large and likewise serves for a two year term.  The Mayor is elected in even numbered years.

Mayor Artie Stuteville
Council Member Ward 1 – Jim Pritchard
Council Member Ward 2 – Gee Gee Wilhoite
Council Member Ward 3 – Jack Rowlett
Council Member Ward 4 - Mark Minden