§ 4.03. Duties of the city manager.

(1)

See that all state laws and city ordinances are effectively enforced.

(2)

Appoint, suspend or remove all or any one of the directors of departments and employees, except as otherwise provided in this charter.

(3)

Attend all meetings of the city council except when excused by city council, and shall have the right to take part in the discussions.

(4)

Prepare the budget annually and submit it to the city council and be responsible for its administration after its adoption.

(5)

Prepare and submit to the city council at the end of the fiscal year a complete report on the finances and administrative activities of the city for the preceding year.

(6)

Keep the city council advised of the financial condition and future needs of the city and make such recommendations as may seem to him advisable.

(7)

Make other such reports as the city council may require concerning the operations of city departments, offices and agencies subject to his direction and supervision.

(8)

The city manager or his designated representative or representatives shall act as an educational liaison for the City of The Colony.

(9)

Perform such other duties as may be prescribed by this charter or required of him by the city council, as consistent with this charter.