The Council shall appoint, by majority vote of all members, an officer of the City who shall have the title of City Manager. The City Manager shall be chosen by the Council solely on the basis of their executive and administrative qualifications, and adequacy of public administration training and experience. No Council members shall be eligible for appointment as City Manager during the term for which they have been elected, or for one (1) year thereafter. The salary and benefits of the City Manager shall be fixed by ordinance.
(Amended 11-6-01; 11-5-19)