About The City Manager's Office

The City Manager, appointed by the City Council, is the City's chief administrative officer. The City Manager’s Office primary responsibilities are providing for the effective implementation of the City Council’s policies and priorities, coordinating the activities of all City departments, and ensuring responsible organizational and fiscal management.

PETER H. VARGAS, City Manager

Appointed by the City Council in January 1999, Mr. Vargas is the City’s Chief Administrative Officer. With nearly 30 years of municipal experience, Mr. Vargas is responsible for the daily activities and services of the City, as well as implementing policies set by the City Council.

Mr. Vargas and his wife, Cheryl, reside in Allen. They have one daughter.

Previous Experience:

Council-Manager Form of Government

The council-manager system combines the strong political leadership of elected officials in the form of a council or other governing body, with the strong managerial experience of an appointed local government manager. The form establishes a representative system where all power is concentrated in the elected council and where the council hires a professionally trained manager to oversee the delivery of public services.

City’s Executive Team

The City Manager appoints a professional staff to help manage the organization. The City’s Executive Management Team includes:

City Manager	Assistant City Manager
Chief Building Official	City Secretary
Community Services Director	Engineering Director
Finance Director	Fire Chief
Human Resources Director	Information Technology Director
Library Director	Parks and Recreation Director
Planning and Development Director	Police Chief