City Manager

In Sammamish, the City Manager is selected by the City Council to serve as the city’s professional administrator. Among other things, the City Manager:

• Carries out all City Council policies
• Directs all city operations, projects and programs
• Oversees the preparation and administration of the city budget
• Develops strong intergovernmental relations with other jurisdictions
• Hires city staff
• Serves as the chief advisor to the City Council
• Keeps the City Council apprised of the city’s financial and operational status
• Oversees The Risk Management Department