The County Manager, Ben Stikeleather, serves as the chief executive officer of County government. He is appointed by and responsible to the Board of County Commissioners.
Responsibilities of the County Manager’s Office
- Administers the day-to-day operations of County government
- Monitors and evaluates County government activities
- Recommends an annual budget
- Oversees all County expenditures
- Coordinates the work of County agencies
- Represents the County in dealings with other governmental units and agencies
- Works to ensure that the policies and guidelines mandated by both federal and North Carolina state statutes are implemented
- Performs other duties assigned by the Board of Commissioners