The Ridgely Town Manager's Role Defined

With the talks about the proposed contract going on, it's important to understand the role of the Commissioners and the Town Manager. Whatever contract is finally considered it must be in accordance with Ridgely law. I've pasted our town law on this below.

ARTICLE I

Manager

[Adopted 2-2-1998 by Ordinance No. 152]



37-1. Position created


The Commissioners of Ridgely hereby create the position of Town Manager and shall appoint an individual with a sincere interest in municipal government administration, who shall serve at the pleasure of the Commissioners.


37-2. Powers and duties


The Town Manager shall have such duties as shall be assigned to him or her by the Commissioners by resolution.


37-3. Compensation


The Town Manager shall be compensated for the performance of his or her duties in an amount to be fixed by the Commissioners by resolution.