Performance Evaluation Form

I received a copy of the Mayor's proposed "Performance Evaluation for City Manager" form. It was faxed from Monte Akers' office and titled "Sample #3" indicating it is from a generic book. What I would really like to do is create an online poll version that people could fill out. Now that could be fun. Short of that, let me type in the list of factors that are included in the evaluation. For each factor, council is to rate him as: Outstanding, Exceeds Expectations, Meets Expectations, Needs Improvement, Unacceptable or Not Applicable. Comments are requested for all Unacceptable ratings.

RELATIONSHIP WITH CITY COUNCIL

1. Provides appropriate attention and necessary follow-up in executing adopted City policies.
   
2. Maintains effective system of reporting current plans and activities to the Council.
   
3. Demonstrates effectiveness in identifying major policy issues.
   
4. Maintains appropriate role in policy decisions.
   
5. Demonstrates effective verbal and written communications skills with Council.
   
6. Organizes materials for presentation to the Council in a clear and concise manner.
   
7. Maintains accessibility to the Council.
   
8. Exercises leadership and effective participation at Council Meetings
   
   MANAGEMENT OF CITY OPERATIONS
   
9. Presents a budget that meets the needs of the City and is a sound financial plan.
   
10. Provides appropriate and timely analyses of fiscal condition to the Council.
    
11. Reflects the ability to select and develop quality staff for City.
    
12. Effectively motivates and utilizes staff consistent with personnel rules adopted by the Council.
    
13. Demonstrates a commitment to equal opportunity and affirmative actions in managing the City Staff.
    
14. Demonstrates competence in assisting Council to develop priorities.
    
    EXTERNAL RELATIONS
    
15. Develops and maintains effective relationships with neighboring cities and other public entities.
    
16. Monitors outside entities to maintain awareness of water, wastewater and solid waste issues and problems.
    
17. Maintains appropriate level of involvement to promote the City and its policy positions.
    
    PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL CHARACTERISTICS OF CITY MANAGER
    
18. Performs well under unusual pressures, including uncertain or unstructured situations.
    
19. Identifies new, progressive programs, services or management approaches designed to enhance City services.
    
20. Demonstrates loyalty to City Council decisions.
    
21. Maintains objectivity in making decisions and presenting recommendations to City Council.
    
22. Maintains a high degree of personal integrity in personal and public affairs.
    
    RELATIONSHIP TO COUNCIL GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND LONG RANGE PLAN
    The following are goals/objectives and long range plans identified by Council:
    What have been the best accomplishments of the City Manager in the past year?
    What area(s) need the most improvement? Why?
    
    GENERAL/COMMENTS
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This form was given to council members with the request to fill it out before the next meeting. It is likely that the next agenda will have an Executive Session to consider Sauceda's performance. I have some ideas on how to include citizens comments, but I would like to hear what readers think first. Keep in mind that the evaluation and decision is the sole responsibility of council. The administator reports to the collective council. Only council can hire and fire the administrator. We elected city council members to represent and serve our interests. The election in May is how we make sure council has our confidence.