Dedicated to Efficient & Effective Municipal Operations
The City Manager is responsible to the City Council for the effective and efficient operation of the City. Under the direction of the City Council as a whole, the City Manager carries out the City's adopted goals and objectives. The City Manager also oversees the City Clerk's Office, Legislative Affairs, and Communications.
The City Manager also works closely with Cupertino's public safety providers (Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office and Santa Clara County Fire Department), as well as with the elementary, high school and college districts.
The City Manager serves as the chief executive officer of the City, responsible to the City Council for implementing adopted goals and ensuring the effective and efficient operation of all City services.
The City Manager oversees core divisions including Economic Development, Communications, the Office of Emergency Services, Human Resources, the City Clerk’s Office, Community Outreach and Neighborhood Watch, and works closely with Cupertino’s public safety providers (Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office and Santa Clara County Fire Department), as well as with the elementary, high school and college districts.
The Deputy City Manager supports the City Manager by overseeing key initiatives, coordinating projects across departments, and managing day-to-day operational priorities. While the City Manager sets organizational direction and serves as the primary link to the City Council, the Deputy City Manager focuses on execution, internal coordination, and advancing strategic priorities.