Responsibilities
The Town Manager is appointed by the Town Council for an indefinite term solely on the basis of executive and administrative qualifications. Some responsibilities include:
- Attending all meetings of the Town Council, with the right to take part in discussions, but without the right to vote
- Carrying out the policies and laws adopted by the Town Council
- Conducting the day-to-day business of the Town
- Enforcing the laws and ordinances of the Town
- Keeping the Town Council fully advised of the Town's financial conditions and future financial needs
- Making recommendations to the Town Council as necessary or expedient for the benefit of the public
- Making reports to the Town Council from time to time regarding the affairs of the Town
- Making staff appointments
- Preparing and recommending the annual operating budget to the Town Council for approval
- Serving as the Chief Administrative Officer of the Town
- Supervising the work of all Town departments