City Manager

Gerry Vernon was appointed City Manager on January 8, 2010.

The City Manager is the chief administrative officer of the City, responsible to the City Commission. The City Manager provides direction and general management for all functions for the City, and ensures that policies and ordinances of the city are faithfully executed.

As chief administrative officer, the city manager directs the administration of all departments and offices of the city, prepares and submits the annual budget and capital improvement plan, and reports on the finances and activities of the City at the end of each fiscal year. He also assists citizens in finding information about City services, handling citizen complaints and managing a comprehensive public information program.

Gerry's office is located on the second floor of the Municipal Building, 700 N. Jefferson. He can be reached by phone at (785) 238-3103, ext 300 or by e-mail.

Assistant City Manager

Mike Guinn is the City's first Assistant City Manager. He began work with the City on October 1, 2005.

The Assistant City Manager works with city staff, elected officials, and the public and helps to facilitate communication between the City other governmental entities. He serves as Acting City Manager in the absence of the City Manager. He coordiantes assigned projects with Department Heads and City staff and compliles policy and procedural reports and proposals.

Mike is providing leadership for the Bartell redevelopment, the organization of the Junction City Generals, and development of the City Budget. He responds to citizen complaints and is actively involved in growth and development issues in the city.

Mike's office is on the second floor of the Municipal building, 700 N. Jefferson. He can be reached by phone at 238-3103, ext. 102 or by email.

City Treasurer/Finance Administrator

Joleen Schnurr is the City Treasurer/Finance Administrator. She became the City's finance officer in February 2006 after working in Customer Service and as Water Dept. Supervisor for almost 10 years.

The City Treasurer/Finance Administrator maintains the city's financial records, reconciles financial statements, maintains the fixed asset system for all departments, supervises daily banking activities and collects municipal revenues.

In addition to assisting with preparation of the 2007 City Budget, Joleen is preparing annual financial reports and working with the City's auditors to maintain accurate financial records. Joleen is an expert in the City's computerized record keeping system.

Joleen's office is on the second floor of the Municipal Building, 700 N. Jefferson. She can be reached by phone at 238-3103, ext. 304 or by email.