Welcome to Administration

The Administration Department provides leadership, coordination, and support for the day-to-day operations of the Town of Coats. The department works closely with the Mayor and Town Board of Commissioners, Town departments, employees, residents, businesses, and other governmental agencies to support the effective delivery of municipal services.

The Administration Department includes the offices of the Town Manager, Town Clerk/Human Resources Administrator, Finance Director, and Town Attorney. Together, these offices provide administrative, financial, legal, human resources, and operational support to the Town government.

A primary responsibility of the Administration Department is to facilitate effective interdepartmental and intergovernmental communication and cooperation. Staff coordinate with Town departments and employees, neighboring municipalities, Harnett County, regional organizations, state and federal agencies, community organizations, and the private sector on matters affecting the Town and its residents. The department also assists in supporting the activities and functions of the Mayor and Town Board of Commissioners.

The administrative team is committed to helping ensure that the Town of Coats remains a safe, economically viable, environmentally responsible, and vibrant community that provides a high quality of life for its residents and businesses.

The Town Manager serves as the chief administrative officer of the Town of Coats and is responsible for the efficient administration and operation of Town government, subject to the direction and policies established by the Mayor and Town Board of Commissioners.

The Town Manager oversees the Town's departments and personnel, coordinates municipal operations, implements policies and directives adopted by the Town Board, and carries out responsibilities established by the Town Charter, Town ordinances, and applicable state law.

The Town Manager also works with the Mayor and Town Board to advance the Town's goals and priorities and serves as a key point of coordination among Town departments, elected officials, community partners, and other governmental agencies.