On September 14 , 2011 , the Bedford City Council voted to transition into a town , ending its independent city status .
The town of Bedford became an independent city in 1968 , and remained the county seat .
On September 14 , 2011 , the Bedford City Council voted to transition into a town , ending Bedford 's independent city status .
The town of Bedford became an independent city in 1968 , and remained the county seat .