Government Information
Morganton operates under the Council-Manager form of local government.
Morganton's City Council generally meets the first Monday of the month. The Council does not meet in July.
City Manager Sally Sandy serves as the Council's chief policy advsior and is responsible for preparing the City budget and directing day-to-day operations.
Government Quick Links
County Government Links
- Burke County Government
- Burke Alert: Office of Emergency Services
- Burke Economic Development Council
North Carolina
General Assembly
Sen. Warren Daniel
The NC General Assembly is North Carolina's Legislative Branch of government. The Senate and House of Representatives in the General Assembly make law for North Carolina.The Legislature meets biennially and all members are elected for two-year terms. www.ncleg.net
United States Congress
Your US Senators
Sen. Kay Hagan - D
Your US Representative
Mark Meadows - R
NC 11th District






City of Morganton • 305 E. Union St. Suite A100, Morganton, NC 28655 • (828) 437-8863