Government
| City | Sturgis |
| Form of Government | Aldermanic/Council |
| City Manager | Yes |
| Number of Council Members | 8 |
| Top Official | Mark Carstensen, Mayor |
| Years in Office | 1 |
| Next Election Year | 2013 |
| Zoning | Yes |
| County | Meade |
| Form of Government | Local |
| County Manager | No |
| Number of Commissioners | 5 |
| Top Official | Alan Aker, Chairman |
| Years in Office | 1.5 |
| Next Election Year | 2012 |
| Zoning | No |
