The City of Anderson is governed through the Council-Manager form of government. the elected City Council establishes the policies of the city, and an appointed City Manager is responsible for carrying out those policies. The Anderson Municipal Code establishes the position of City Manager in accordance with the Council-Manager form.

The City Manager is responsible for managing the City's human and financial resources in accordance with the policy direction of the City Council, so as to provide cost-effective, quality municipal government services to Anderson citizens and businesses. The City Manager's office is also responsible for economic development programs and implements initiatives focused on retaining and creating jobs and expanding economic opportunities in the community, which includes the preparation and managment of grant programs, a revolving loan fund, housing programs, and redevelopment agency.

The City Council appoints the City Manager and City Attorney. The Police Chief, Assistant City Manager/Finance Director, Public Works Director, Planning Director, and Parks & Recreation Director are appointed by, and report directly to the City Manager. All other employees of the City report through their department head to the City Manager.

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City Manager, Dana Shigley
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Dana Shigley was appointed City Manager in August 2009.  Dana has been part of the management team in Anderson for 9 years, serving as Finance Director/Treasurer, Grants and Redevelopment Manager and Assistant City Manager.  Prior to coming to Anderson, Ms. Shigley had ten years local government management experience.  Ms. Shigley has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, a Master’s degree in Public Policy and Administration from California State University, Sacramento, and is an International City/County Management Association Credentialed Manager.

City Clerk, Juanita Barnett
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Juanita Barnett began employment with the City in August 2001, with more than 30 years administrative experience.  Ms. Barnett has a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Human Resources from Simpson University and is currently pursuing Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) certification through the International Institute of Municipal Clerks.