City Manager

Annual Report
The City Manager is tasked to independently organize and manage the daily operations of Duluth’s City government in accordance with local ordinances, laws and policies prescribed by the elected officials. Responsibilities and authorities include orchestrating the full spectrum of activities of the City and making on-scene decisions to keep day-to-day operations running smoothly.

Mission Statement

The City Administrator is tasked to independently organize and manage the daily operations of Duluth’s City government in accordance with local ordinances, laws and policies prescribed by the elected officials. The Administrator’s responsibilities and authorities include orchestrating the full spectrum of activities of the City and making on-scene decisions to keep day-to-day operations running smoothly. Duties include acting as focal point for strategic and tactical planning, programming and budgeting; serving as liaison between the City staff and the governing body; supervising all City department directors; assisting the general public; and serving on various boards and committees dedicated to improving and/or resolving key community issues. Obligations include, but are not limited to, interaction with City employees and elected officials; business executives and community leaders; developers and builders; citizens and homeowner associations; news media; attorneys; school boards; hospital officials; transportation managers; fire & rescue agencies; and various financial institutions. Interaction ranges from local level to international.

personnel
Name Profession Email
Kim Jackson Assistant to Mayor & City Manager kjackson@duluthga.net

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