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Overview
The City of Guthrie has a Council-Manager form of government. The elected Mayor and City Council establish policy and appoint a City Manager who operates within and enforces that policy.  It is a violation of the City's Charter for the Mayor or any Council Member to engage in administrative activities, including directing personnel other than the City Manager.
Reporting Concerns
Any citizen having a concern related to personnel or projects should contact the appropriate department or utilize the Report a Concern feature first. If the matter is not handled satisfactorily, contact the Department Head next followed by the City Manager's Office. 
Responsibilities
The City Manager is the administrative head of the municipal government responsible only to the Council. Responsibilities as outlined in the Guthrie City Charter and job description include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Direct the City workforce, including the appointment of department heads and staff, in order to apply and enforce city ordinances established by Council
  • Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the Fiscal City Budget which includes approving the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies
  • Manage the development and implementation of the City goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for each assigned service area
  • Recommend to the Council measures considered important and explain, justify, and defend City programs, policies, and activities
  • Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquires and complaints which oftentimes involves negotiating and resolving sensitive and controversial issues
  • Represent the City and coordinate activities with other elected officials, departments, and agencies
Contents
State of the City Presentation
State of the City Video

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