About the City Manager's Office

About the City Manager

The City Manager is the chief executive officer of the City and is responsible for the leadership and direction of all operations, programs, and services, per City Charter. The City Manager facilitates the implementation of Council’s policies and priorities, provides policy recommendations to the Council concerning the annual budget, future needs of the City, and oversight of all City departments.

The City Manager’s Office contains a wide-range of high-profile programs that handle issue-specific needs such as:

  • Innovation and Economic Development
  • Media and Communications
  • Cannabis Management
  • Government Affairs
  • Emergency Management
  • Performance Management
  • Climate Action and Sustainability

City Government Structure

In 1920, Sacramento city voters adopted a City Charter (municipal constitution) and a City Council Manager form of government, which is still being used today.

As provided for by the City Charter and in accordance with policies and procedures and direction of the City Council, the City Manager is the chief executive officer of the City and provides the leadership and direction for the operation and management of all City Departments. The City Manager is responsible for the enforcement of all laws and ordinances; coordination of all municipal programs and services; makes recommendations to the Mayor and City Council as appropriate concerning the operation, annual budget and future needs of the City.

The City Manager participates in City Council meetings without the right to vote. The City Manager is appointed by the Mayor and City Council and serves at the pleasure of the City Council.

The City Council consists of a Mayor, elected by all City voters, and eight Council members, elected to represent separate districts in the City. Each Council member is required to live in the district they represent. The Mayor and Council members serve four-year terms. Elections are staggered.

The Council establishes city policies, ordinances and land uses; approves the City’s annual budget, contracts, and agreements; hears appeals of decisions made by city staff or citizen advisory groups, and appoints four Council Officers: a City Manager, City Attorney, City Treasurer, and City Clerk. Council members serve on several working committees, which include Transportation and Community Development, Law and Legislation, and Personnel and Public Employees. The Mayor and Council members receive an annual salary and benefits.

View the Citywide Organization Chart

City Budget

As required by the City Charter, the City Manager each spring must submit a proposed budget to the City Council for review and discussion. The budget must be approved by Council by June 30. All budget hearings are open to the public and take place at New City Hall, 915 I St., Council Chambers.

Read more about the City budget.

State Government Resources

State of California; State Operator: 916-322-9900
The Governor's Office
California State Assembly
California State Senate

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