City Manager's Office
The City of Highland is a well-balanced contract City and prides itself on having a responsive municipal government to match its strong sense of community. City employees work as a team in delivering high quality customer service to citizens, and hands-on involvement from supervisors and managers to ensure excellent services are being provided to residents and businesses.
Under the policy direction of the City Council, the City Manager is responsible for the efficient and effective management of all municipal affairs. The City Manager recommends to the Council the adoption of policies and regulations that are deemed necessary in response to changing community needs. The City Manager is also responsible for the preparation of the City’s biennial budget and for the adherence to the City Council approved expenditure levels and the City’s Work Program which prioritizes the City Council’s objectives and goals within the two-year budget.
The City Manager and management staff work cooperatively with elected officials, City employees, outside governmental agencies, community groups, contractors and the public. The City Manager prides himself on being an excellent listener and open to new and different ideas that will promote the City’s mission and values.