The City of Centre is governed by a seven-member City Council, with each council member elected on a nonpartisan basis to serve a four-year term.

Mayor Jay Howell

City Clerk Aubrie W. Elder

Accounts Payable Clerk Paula Walker

Accounting Clerk Mellissa Washburn

Court Clerk Magistrate Harley Sterling

City Council

  • Torey Chandler
  • Caretha Clifton
  • Don Cothran
  • Sid Garrett
  • Phillip Roberts
  • Karen Yarbrough Slupe
  • Jimmy Williams

City Clerk

The City Clerk’s Office provides administrative support to the Mayor and City Council, serves as the City’s Treasurer, and maintains accurate and official records of all actions, proceedings, and decisions of the governing body.

“We are dedicated to serving our community with excellence by providing high-quality services that promote a safe, prosperous, and enjoyable environment for those who live and work in Centre, Alabama.”

Former Mayors

Charles P. Ward, JR
Jun 1, 1937 – Sept 28, 1948

Dr. W.A. Powell
Sept 28, 1948 – Oct 5, 1964

Glen Williamson
Oct 5, 1964 – Nov 4, 1971

Lillian White
Nov 9, 1971 – Oct 6, 1980

Ed Yarbrough
Oct 6, 1980 – Sept 18, 1987

Jeff A. Johnson
Nov 10, 1987 – Oct 4, 1992

Paul W. Maddox
Oct 5, 1992 – Oct 6, 1996

Phil Powell
Oct 6, 1996 – Nov 3, 2008

Tony Wilkie
Nov 3, 2008 – Nov 2, 2020

Mark Mansfield
Nov 2, 2020 -Nov 3, 2025