Administration

City Manager’s Office

City Manager: City Manager Ginger Allen directs and coordinates the work of all city departments based upon the goals and objectives established by the Mayor and City Council. Through the management team, the Manager directs and supervises all activities of the City departments to obtain the utmost efficiency, works under the general direction of the City Council which establishes policies and ordinances that the City manager implements and administers. The Manager is responsible to the City Council for the planning, coordination and overall performance of the organization and the budget; assists the Council in carrying out its responsibilities by providing information and advice and by keeping the County informed about the performance of City departments and represents the City to other agencies. To accomplish the responsibilities, the Administrative Office also consists of Administrative Assistant Cathy Martin. Administrative Assistant: Administrative Assistant Cathy Martin is responsible for utility billing, permits, and serves as Clerk of the City Council and Planning Commission. Together we provide the following services: Building Permits Citizen Inquiries/Compliments Citizen Complaints City Elections City Records, Contracts and Leases Commissions Community Outreach Employment Opportunities General Administration Human Resources Legislative Program Mayor and Council Support Media Relations Property Management Risk Management (Liability & Workers Compensation) Special Event Permits Special Licensing Website Our office may be reached by calling 503-394-3342 or via e-mail at cityofscio@smt-net.com