The City of Arcadia is a charter city governed by a five-member City Council, elected at large.  Under the direction of the City Council, the City Manager oversees all operations of the City and the Redevelopment Agency.

The City Manager is the Chief Executive Officer of the City of Arcadia.  He is responsible for the implementation of decisions made by the City Council and for the overall management of all City departments, including the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency.  The Manager assists the City Council in the development and formulation of policies, goals and objectives, and keeps them informed of important community issues.  The City Manager’s Office is also responsible for representing the City’s interests throughout the region and beyond through coordination of activities with various local, state and federal agencies.

The City Attorney, Communications and Marketing, Legislative Affairs and Records Management Divisions all operate out of the Manager’s office.