Administration

City Administration

The City Administration Department oversees the daily operation of municipal government, including the:

• Coordination of departmental efforts toward Common Council goals
• Execution of Common Council policies
• Recommendation of alternative procedures for improved operating efficiency

Duties include:

• Coordinating a comprehensive land use/growth management program
• Enhancing external communications
• Maintaining a Facilities Maintenance Program
• Monitoring the City's debt management program and stabilizing utility rates annually
• Reviewing financial data to stabilize the tax levy

Personnel Department

The Personnel Department oversees:

• Coordination of grievance procedures with department heads
• Negotiation of contracts with all collective bargaining units
• Selection and training of new employees

Duties include:

• Completing employment and performance records of employees are maintained in the City Administration office
• Coordinating the administration of employee benefit programs, such as health and dental insurance, flexible benefit plans, and the wellness program

City Attorney

Hartford retains a City Attorney on a contractual basis with O'Meara Law Firm. The duties of the City Attorney include:

• Interpreting ordinances
• Providing professional legal services to the City, including a legal review of all contractual arrangements and documents
• Representing the City in legal forums