The City Manager, the Assistant to the City Manager and Deputy City Recorder, and Communications Manager staff the City's Administration Department. The City Manager is appointed by the City Council to administer the City.
City Manager
The City Manager is expected to:
- Attend all meetings of the Council and keep the Council advised of the affairs and needs of the City
- See that Council policy is implemented
- Ensure that all laws and ordinances are enforced
- Manage the provisions of all franchises, leases, contracts, permits, and privileges
- Oversee and manage the annual city budget
- Appoint and supervise all department managers and other employees except as otherwise provided by City Charter
Assistant to the City Manager, Deputy City Recorder
The Deputy City Recorder serves as the clerk of the City Council and is required to:
- Prepare official agenda and minutes for City Council and Urban Renewal Agency meetings
- Maintain ordinance and resolution records
- Prepare official legal notices
- Serve as the City's Elections Officer and Records Manager
Communications Manager
The Communications Manager serves as the City's Public Information Officer and is designated to:
- Create and share updates with the public through press releases, newsletters, and social media
- Coordinate with media and respond to inquiries
- Plan and manage content across city platforms
- Engage the community through outreach and public feedback
- Support internal communications for city staff and leadership
- Handle messaging during emergencies or urgent situations
- Maintain consistency with the city’s brand and visual identity