The City Manager is authorized to establish policies within the context of State and Federal Law and upon the advice and consent of the City Council. Such policies were established in January of 1999. An employee handbook was designed to answer questions pertaining to employment practices, responsibilities as an employee, and benefits received. The handbook is not a contract and does not constitute the terms of an employment contract. Information and provisions contained in the handbook may change from time to time, upon consent of the City Council and notification of employees.