Meet the City Manager - Pratt Redd

Pratt Redd is the Blanding City Manager. He grew up in Blanding and has spent much of his career working in project and account management, operations, and marketing. He previously served four years with Blanding City and is passionate about solving problems and creating a community that grows in alignment with the needs of its residents. Forward-thinking and deeply rooted in the area, he is excited to be part of the city’s growth and bright future.

​The City Manager's Role

The City Manager is appointed by the Mayor, with advice and consent of the City Council, as the Chief Administrative Officer for the City.

 

He provides administrative direction and professional leadership to manage daily operations of the City and implement executive priorities as the Mayor's designee.

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The City Manager oversees all City departments, staffing, implementation of the budget, and is responsible to plan, organize, manage, and direct short and long-term strategic planning for the City.

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The City Manager is also responsible for the implementation of the legislative priorities, policies, and ordinances approved by the City Council.