The City Manager is one of two charter officers appointed by the City Council. The City Manager’s responsibilities are the day-to-day administration of all departments and divisions of the City of Bushnell and include: planning, budgeting and operations of these departments and divisions. The City Manager is ultimately responsible for the enforcement of all municipal codes and negotiates all contracts to insure the most favorable outcome for the city. The City Manager reports directly to the City Council.
Mr. Vince Ruano is currently the City Manager for the City of Bushnell and has held this position since 1981. Mr. Ruano serves as the Chairman of the Board to FMPA, a joint power agency, developed for the purpose of providing a wholesale power to municipal members. He also serves on the board of directors of FMEA, an association of municipal electric systems in the state of Florida, and he serves for the Sumter County Economical Development Council.
The City Clerk’s position for Bushnell is an elected position. This position has a four-year term duration. The City Clerk’s office is responsible for the cities financial affairs, human resource department, occupational licensing, public records, city ordinances and resolutions, as well as supervisor of the municipal elections.
Bushnell’s current City Clerk is Ms. Joy Coleman. Ms. Coleman has served in the Clerk capacity for five elected terms and served as the assistant City Clerk for three years prior to her election. Ms. Coleman has been employed by the City of Bushnell since 1985. She has furthered her education by attending the International Institute of Municipal Clerks where she has been granted the Certification of Master Municipal Clerk. This certification process takes a minimum of twelve years to complete. Ms. Coleman has also received her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with an accounting specialization from Saint Leo University. She remains active in the Florida Association of City Clerks, International Institute of Municipal Clerks, Florida Governmental Finance Officers Association and the Governmental Finance Officers Association. These memberships enhance Ms. Coleman’s professional level of education.
Any questions or concerns referencing public records, occupational licensing, finances, personnel issues, or City Council issues should be directed to the Clerk’s office.
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