The tradition of having more than one mayor to lead the town ended with his death.
The poll did not ask respondents which mayor would best lead the state into a war against terrorism.
So powerful was their grip that only four mayors, each of their choosing, led Albany between 1921 and 1993.
Today, the mayor will lead a Congressional delegation through the area.
San Juan's mayor led a mystic march accompanied by a woman with a title like "director of spiritual affairs."
The mayor takes ultimate responsibility for the city and leads a 10-person City Council.
The mayor leads the municipal council and oversees the implementation of its decision.
Eventually, the mayor led the team to a school gymnasium where nearly 100 people had gathered.
The mayor leads both the local council and the executive committee.
A few years ago, for example, black mayors led the nation's three largest cities.