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How is a city manager selected in a council-manager government?

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In a council-manager system, the city manager is appointed directly by the elected city council.12

Under this form of local government, voters elect the members of the council, who then hold the legislative and policy-determining authority. The council, acting collectively, selects the city manager to serve as the principal executive and administrative officer. Once appointed, the city manager is responsible to the council for the administration of municipal affairs, which includes preparing the budget, overseeing municipal departments, and appointing or dismissing personnel.12