Office of the City Manager

The City Manager performs the functions and duties of the chief administrative officer of the City, reporting to the Mayor and City Council.  The City Manager carries out the direction, policies and actions of the City Council, and is responsible for the effective and efficient provision of City services and programs.

All City department heads and staff report to the City Manager.  The City Manager is responsible for preparing the annual budget, representing the City relative to County and intergovernmental relations, and represents the City in dealing with personnel issues and negotiations.  The City Manager also serves as the City's Zoning Administrator, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Coordinator, and Act 51 Street Administrator.

Mr. Mitchell has earned his bachelor's degree in political science, and his master's degree in public administration.  He is a member of the International City/County Management Association (ICMA); and he is bound by the ICMA Code of Ethics.
 

Ryan D. Fellows, Assistant to the City Manager

The Assistant to the City Manager provides support to the City Manager and performs a variety of duties and functions as may be assigned by the City Manager.  The Assistant to the City Manager also provides staff support to the City's various boards and commissions, and serves as the Assistant Zoning Administrator.

Mr. Fellows earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Grand Valley State University, Allendale, Michigan.  He is a member of the International City/County Management Association (ICMA); and he is bound by the ICMA Code of Ethics.

Kim Schmitz, Office Assistant/ Recording Secretary

The Office Assistant provides general office support to City staff, as well as serving as the Recording Secretary for the Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, and the Park and Recreation Board. 

Here is an organizational chart with City staff and departments.