The City of Benton was founded in 1841 and incorporated
in 1903.

It operates under the commission form of govern-
ment with the mayor and four commissioners elected every
four years. Please use this convenient link for more detailed
information regarding the City of Benton.

The Village of West City was incorporated in 1911. The
m ayor is elected every four years. There are six village
trustees with alternating terms, three being elected every
four years. Please use this convenient link for more detailed
information regarding the Village of West City.