With early voting underway, residents of Worcester are deciding who will represent them on the city council, school committee and as mayor.

The general election takes place on Nov. 4 but early voting began on Oct. 25 and is set to end on Oct. 31, according to the city’s website.

The election will decide the fate of policies brought before the city council, such as a soon-to-be-released report from City Manager Eric D. Batista about the creation of a police civilian oversight committee .

Voters will also decide if they approve the idea of the city forcing colleges to invest some of their endowments.

Mayor

Incumbent Mayor Joseph Petty is running for re-election to seek an eighth term as mayor.

During the campaign, Petty has defended his tenure as mayor. If re-elected, he pledges to

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