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By City charter, approved on February 7th, 2004, the City of El Paso
operates under a council-manager form of government. This system
combines
the strong political leadership of elected officials, in the form of
City Council, with the strong managerial experience of an appointed
local government
manager. All power is concentrated in the elected council, which hires
a professionally trained manager to carry out its directives and
oversee
the delivery of public services.
Functions of City Council:
- Respond to citizen concerns
- Represent various segments of the community
- Appoint and direct City Manager
- Enact ordinances and resolutions
- Approve budget
- Determine tax rates
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Functions of City Manager:
- Serve Council and community
- Administer local government projects and programs
- Recruit, hire and supervise government staff
- Serve as Council's chief advisor
- Carry out Council policies
- Prepare budget for Council consideration
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Out of 199 cities with populations numbering 100,000 or more, 113
use the council-manager form of government, with the City of El Paso
being the latest. The council-manager form is adaptable to local
conditions and preferences, and costs to local government are frequently
reduced with competent management. These savings can include reduced
operating costs, increased efficiency and productivity, improved
revenue collection, or effective use of technology.
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