“ARTICLE IV. ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION

   “Section 4.1. Form of Government. The Town operates under the council-manager form of government, in accordance with G.S. Chapter 160A, Article 7, Part 2.

   “Section 4.2. Town Manager. The Board appoints a Town Manager who is responsible for the administration of all departments of the Town government. The Town Manager has all the powers and duties conferred by general law, except as expressly limited by the provisions of this Charter.

   “Section 4.3. Town Clerk. The Board appoints a Town Clerk to keep a journal of the proceedings of the Board; to maintain official records and documents; to give notice of meetings; and to perform such other duties required by law or as the Board may direct.

   “Section 4.4. Tax Collector. The Board appoints a Tax Collector to collect all taxes owed to the Town, subject to general law, this Charter and Town ordinances.

   “Section 4.5. Town Attorney. The Board appoints a Town Attorney licensed to practice law in North Carolina. The Town Attorney represents the Town, advises Town officials and performs other duties required by law or as the Board may direct.

   “Section 4.6. Other Administrative Officers and Employees. The Board may provide for appointment of other officers and employees by the Town Manager, and may organize the Town government as deemed appropriate, including combining any of the offices provided for in this Article, subject to the requirements of general law.