Working under the Council-Manager form of government, the City Manager is appointed as chief administrative officer. The City Manager appoints and supervises the eight department heads and oversees all city operations, budgets, and policies.

The City Manager’s Office provides information and recommendations to the City Council, implements Council policy direction, directs the delivery of municipal services, and oversees accomplishment of City objectives, and capital projects, specializing in economic development, media relations, community relations, and special projects.