About City Administration

Author:

Greg WilkinsonCity Administrator

Summary:

City Administration oversees the efficient and effective operation of the city organization and its 800-plus full-time staff.

Last Updated:

1/24/2012

Where ‘The Buck’ REALLY Stops

The City Administrator oversees the operations of the city organization and its 800-plus full time staff. The City has an annual budget of about $250 million.

The City Administrator is the chief administrative officer of the city organization and is appointed by the Mayor and Council to serve in that capacity. As chief administrative officer, he is charged with everything the City does for the citizens of this community. All employees serve under the direction of the City Administrator and he implements the policies and directions adopted by the City Council.

City Administration encompasses several divisions:

  • The City Clerk's Office manages and stores all official records of the City of Yuma. The City Clerk conducts all elections of the City. 
  • The Office of Communications and Public Affairs Division exists to provide information to citizens of Yuma and the various regional/national media outlets about City and community initiatives, projects and events.
  • The Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area is to conserve and enhance the natural, cultural and historic resources of our community.
  • Neighborhood Services creates and implements plans, policies and programs that preserve and improve the physical, social and economic life in our fine city.
  • The Facilities Maintenance Division is responsible for the 150,000 square foot City Hall building and the maintenance of Public Works, Yuma Police Department and Municipal Court House.

For More Information

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact the City Administrator's Office.

Recent City News

 
Road Report for May 23, 2013

This week's update of City of Yuma road construction projects:8th Avenue; 4th Avenue pavement replacement; 24th Street water line; City street maintenance; Avenue 3E; 20th Street; and Century Link installations at various locations. Continued... 05/23/2013

Project Drive Safe! 2013

This week's targeted roadway is 24th Street and the secondary roadway is undisclosed. This week's edition of the Yuma Police Department's on going traffic safety program, Project Drive Save! Continued... 05/23/2013

Emergency Medical Service Week (Day Four): Emergency Vehicle Response

The Yuma Fire Department strives to respond to every emergency as quickly as possible. This can be achieved easier and safer with the cooperation of the public. Continued... 05/23/2013

Curbside Recycling Info Meeting Wednesday at Yuma Civic Center

Representatives from the City of Yuma and Allied Waste will provide an information session regarding the City’s curbside recycling program. Continued... 05/23/2013

More Recent City News...

Featured Items

 
Pet Licenses

All dogs and cats over three months of age in the City of Yuma are required to be licensed and must either wear collars with the license tag attached or be microchipped and registered with the City licensing agent. Continued...

Elections

Get information about running for office, voter registration and early voting. This year's Primary & General Elections, Aug. 27 and Nov. 5 respectively, will nominate and/or elect candidates for Mayor, three Councilmembers and a Presiding Municipal Judge. Continued...

Mayor's Welcome

As we work through these challenging times, Yuma's charm and appeal is still well known, not only among those who call Yuma "home," but those who search for a great quality of life and find it in our community. Continued...

City 73 & Ciudad 72

Our government access channels, City 73 and Ciudad 72, make access to public meetings more convenient to residents and facilitate involvement in local government decision-making. Continued...

City logo as link back to home page