(A) The City Manager shall be the chief administrative officer of the city, responsible to the Council for the administration of all city affairs placed in the Manager's charge,
(B) The City Manager shall:
(1) Appoint and, when necessary for the good of the service, suspend or remove any city employees and appointive administrative officers, except as otherwise provided by law or personnel policies;
(2) Direct and supervise the administration of all departments, offices, and agencies of the city, except as otherwise provided by law;
(3) Attend all City Council meetings. The City Manager shall have the right to take part in discussion but shall not vote;
(4) See that all laws and acts of the City Council subject to enforcement by the City Manager or by officers subject to the Manager's direction and supervision, are faithfully executed;
(5) Prepare and submit the annual budget and capital program to the City Council;
(6) Submit to the City Council and make available to the public a complete report on the finances and administrative activities of the city as of the end of each fiscal year;
(7) Make such other reports as the City Council may require concerning the operations of the city departments, offices, and agencies subject to the City Manager's direction and supervision;
(8) Keep the City Council fully advised as to the financial condition and future needs of the city;
(9) Make recommendations in the City Council concerning the affairs of the city;
(10) Provide staff support services for the Mayor and Council members; and
(11) Perform such other duties as may be required by the City Council.
(Am. Ord. 647 C.S., passed 9-18-18)