M idlothian History
In 1888, Midlothian became an incorporated city, and in 1980, the city of Midlothian became a “Home Rule City.” Under “Home Rule,” the city operates under a council-manager form of government with six city council members and a mayor. The City Council is comprised of an elected mayor and six elected at-large council members. The City Manager is appointed by the elected city council, and he or she acts as policy advisor to the council and implements council directives.