About the City Manager Department

The City Manager Department is responsible for the overall administration of the City. Working closely with the City Council, this department’s priority is to assist them with policy legislation and direct policy implementation. The department values excellent customer service, thorough community outreach, and creating and maintaining a working environment that fosters creativity and innovation.

Under the Council-Manager form of government used by Capitola, the City Council appoints a City Manager to serve as the City’s chief administrative officer and be responsible for ensuring the policies of the City Council are implemented. The City Manager provides administrative direction and leadership to all City departments. The City Manager Department is responsible for a wide variety of activities including general administration, communications, risk management, and labor relations.