City Manager & Leadership

The City of Corpus Christi operates under a council-manager form of local government. Under this system, the Mayor and City Council serve as the legislative body, responsible for setting policies, adopting budgets, and establishing the vision of the community. The City Manager is appointed by the Mayor and City Council and serves as the organization’s chief executive officer, responsible for the city’s day-to-day management and operations. The City Manager is tasked with implementing the council’s decisions, managing a $1.8 billion operating and capital budget, and overseeing 4,100 employees.