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The City of Champaign has a City Manager / Council form of government. The City Manager is the Chief Executive Officer of the City, serving the nine member City Council to carry out City policy and manage the operations of the City.
By statute, the City Manager is responsible for enforcement of all applicable state and federal laws and regulations and directs the City staff in implementing City ordinances, City Council goals and, through City departments, the provision of City services. The City Manager, Assistant City Manager and support staff provide professional management and leadership to City departments and direct preparation of agendas, policies and reports to ensure the implementation of City policies and programs consistent with the Organizational Philosophy Statement. The City Manager serves as a liaison with the Council and other government and public agencies.
The City Manager’s office includes two divisions: Deputy City Manager for Development, and Community Relations. The Deputy City Manager for Development directs the economic development initiatives of the City and provides communication and staff support on a broad range of development activities, including communication with private developers, existing local industries and businesses, and other agencies.