(1952, 487) The city council of the city of New York (New York City) has a mayor and a board of aldermen. The mayor is elected by the people of the city for a term of four years. He may be re-elected to one additional term. The board of aldermen consists of thirty-six members, representing the different wards of the city. Each ward elects three aldermen for a term of two years. One-third of the board is elected every year. The mayor and the board of aldermen form the legislative body of the city. They have the power to pass ordinances, levy taxes, and appropriate money for public purposes. The mayor has the power to veto any ordinance passed by the board of aldermen. The board may override his veto by a two-thirds vote. The mayor is also the chief executive officer of the city. He appoints all city officers not otherwise elected, and has general supervision over the administration of the city government.