City Manager

Overview

Kennedale operates under the Council-Manager form of government. This system combines the strength of an elected Mayor and City Council with a professional manager and staff. The City Manager is accountable to the City Council for the proper administration of all the affairs of the city.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Advising and making recommendations to the City Council regarding the city's financial condition, future needs, policy, and other necessary matters
  • Supervising, directly or indirectly, all departments and employees
  • Budget administration, including preparation and submission of the proposed annual budget
  • Appointing and removing any employee of the City of Kennedale including the Police and Fire Departments

Kennedale Community Survey

The City of Kennedale Community Survey was conducted to gather community input on quality of life, City services, infrastructure priorities, and a collective vision for the future. The survey provided an opportunity for the community to share their experiences, identify what is working well, and highlight areas where improvement or investment is needed. In addition to structured questions on satisfaction and priorities, the survey included open-ended prompts to capture context, explain ratings, and surface emerging themes that may not be fully reflected in quantitative results alone.

The results will support informed planning and decision-making by providing a clear, community-based understanding of priorities and expectations. Findings will be used to help the City:

• Identify strengths to maintain and build upon, particularly in core services and community assets that contribute to trust and quality of life. 

• Clarify where needs are most urgent, especially where infrastructure and affordability concerns affect daily experiences.

• Inform future planning efforts, including budget considerations, capital improvement discussions, and program or facility planning.

• Strengthen communication and engagement by highlighting where respondents want greater clarity, consistency, and follow-through.

This report summarizes the survey findings and organizes results into major topic areas to provide a practical foundation for moving forward.