The City of Paola operates under the Mayor / Council / Manager form of government. City Manager, Randi Shannon is responsible for managing the city’s affairs and day-to-day operations, as well as implementing policies as established by the Mayor and City Council.
Responsibilities
Some include to enforce all City ordinances, resolutions and contracts, offer professional advice on all aspects of the City’s operations, prepare and submit the annual City Budget and Capital Improvement Program, responsible for the hiring and removal of all employees of the City and continuously monitor the City’s financial position and needs.