About
A Community On The Move For A Better Bakerhill
Bakerhill is a community built on cooperation, commitment, and pride. As a small town with deep roots in Barbour County, Bakerhill continues to move forward by bringing residents, leadership, and local departments together with a shared goal: creating a better place to live for everyone who calls Bakerhill home.
City Mission
The City of Bakerhill is dedicated to delivering reliable, responsive municipal services that reflect the town’s history, culture, and unique character. Through thoughtful leadership and community involvement, Bakerhill strives to ensure residents feel heard, included, and empowered to contribute to the continued growth and well-being of the town.
Town Leadership
Bakerhill is governed by a mayor-council form of government, providing local leadership that is accessible, responsive, and closely connected to the community.
City of Bakerhill Departments
Bakerhill City Council
The city council works alongside the mayor to establish policies, oversee city operations, and make decisions that support responsible growth while preserving Bakerhill’s small-town character. Together, they represent the voices of local residents and help guide the town’s future.
Pictured from left to right: Judge Matt Horne, Mayor Protem Jamie Ellison, Councilwoman Lesa Coleman, Councilwoman Lenora Turner, Mayor Gary Barnes, Police Chief Chris Brooks, Councilwoman Linda Day, and Councilman Frazier Farrior
Bakerhill Police Department
The Bakerhill Police Department is committed to serving and protecting the residents of Bakerhill with professionalism, integrity, and care. Officers work daily to maintain public safety, enforce the law fairly, and build trust within the community they serve. Through dedication and strong local leadership, the department plays an important role in preserving peace and supporting the quality of life in Bakerhill.
Pictured from left to right: Officer David Hiersche, Captain Ricky Kennedy, Chief Christopher Brooks, and Sergeant Erik Cabrera