City Manager

The City Manager is appointed by the City Council to carry out council policies and to serve as Chief Administrative Officer of the City. The City Manager manages the City’s business and implements the council’s plans and orders by:

  • Coordinating the work of all City departments and employees
  • Enforcing City laws and applying council policies
  • Expending monies as approved by the City Council
  • Making recommendations to the council on such items as:
    • Capital improvements
    • Employment
    • Financial programs
    • Legislation
    • Policies
    • Services
    • Other matters as requested
  • Keeping the council informed of the City’s business to include but not limited to:
    • Financial condition
    • Appointing City employees
    • Suspending or removing City employees under his jurisdiction (subject to union contractual stipulations)
  • Investigating and acting on complaints

Assistant City Manager

The Assistant City Manager is a City employee who is responsible for assisting the City Manager in carrying out policies and managing the city’s business. 

Some responsibilities are as follows:

  • Direct Special Projects and citywide initiatives
  • Support City Manager by serving as second-in-command of the City’s administrative structure. 
  • Lead meetings with directors, guide, teamwork, and solve operational challenges
  • Ensure internal communication flows properly
  • Analyze city operations for efficiency 
  • Recommend new policies, technologies, and processes
  • Work with department heads on financial forecasts, staffing needs, and capital spending