City of Pekin Administration

Dennis Kief, City Manager

In general terms, the City Manager's position involves developing, supervising and implementing city functions. He also advises the City Council on policy and planning matters. The City Manager's work is performed under the direction of the Mayor and City Council.

More detailed duties and responsibilities include supervision of departments through supervisory personnel. In this respect, the City Manager delegates management authority through department heads, as well as directing, advising and counseling of those individuals.

Various other duties and responsibilities include coordinating activities between the City's departments, researching and preparing the annual City budget for Council consideration, and advocates on the City's behalf.

                                                                                    Pekin's Conceptual Plan 5/16/06