City Manager's Office

Administration, Operations & Volunteers (Responsibly Governed)

The City Manager's Office provides professional leadership in the administration and execution of policies and objectives formulated by City Council; develops and recommends alternative solutions to community problems for council consideration; plans and develops new programs to meet future needs of the city; and fosters community pride in city government through excellent customer service.

City Clerk Administration & Support Services

The City Clerk's Office administers municipal elections and supports city council through the development of meeting agenda materials, action summaries and minutes. They make the information available to the public electronically in real time. They support council through administration of the annual board and recruitment process and oversees the Domestic Partnership Registry and is the liaison to 10 Sister City organizations. The records office oversees records management for the city, including on-line access, retention and destruction. The office establishes and trains on best industry practices and assists both internal and external customers with researching current and archived documents and coordinates Colorado Open Records Act request.

Economic Vitality

This was a realignment from Community Vitality in early 2022. The economic vitality program reflects the city’s commitment to building a diverse and sustainable economy that is accessible and beneficial to all residents and businesses. The program manager develops and implements strategies through public-private collaboration to support a healthy and resilient economy while preserving the community’s character and quality of life.

Equity

The city is committed to advancing racial equity to ensure all Boulder residents, business owners and visitors enjoy high levels of physical and mental well-being with abundant recreational, cultural and educational opportunities in an environment where all human rights are respected. We align resources, apply tools and employ best practices when implementing programs, policies or making budgetary decisions to ensure a person's race or ethnicity does not negatively impact any community member's experience

Independent Police Monitor

The Office of the Independent Police Monitor classifies all complaints, reviews internal affairs investigations in real time, provides disposition and disciplinary recommendations to the Chief of Police, and offers policy and training recommendations to the police department. This office also supports the police oversight panel whose role will is to review internal affairs investigations, conduct community engagement and evaluate the Independent Police Monitor.

Policy & Intergovernmental Relations

The Intergovernmental relations program ensures that the city's interests are furthered through the development of strategic alliances and informed engagement with other local, regional, state and federal governmental entities. The Policy Advisor works in coordination with council and staff to develop and implement the city's regional, state and federal policy agendas.