Sweet Athletic Thoroughbred Filly

Longview has many historic and beautiful buildings, most of which were built in the initial growth period from 1923-1934, prior to the worst effects of the Great Depression. Ranging from Georgian-revival style with the major public buildings, Tudor and craftsman style homes, commercial vernacular, and Art Deco, there are many contributing properties. A park, a bridge, and many buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, along with the Civic Center, that is a National Register Historic District. The city has seven council members with one serving as the mayor as well as a city manager. The city council elects a mayor out of themselves every two years.