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Goals and Objectives

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Strategic Theme(s) & Objective(s)

Themes – Natural Oasis; Exemplary Service & Governance; Exemplary Education – Westlake
Academy; High Quality Planning, Design, & Development
Objective(s) – Increase Citizen, Student, Stakeholder Satisfaction; Preserve Desirability & Quality
of Life

Department Contact Information

Amanda DeGan Town Manager adegan@westlake-tx.org 817-490-5715
Noah Simon Deputy Town Manager nsimon@westlake-tx.org 817-490-5707
Jarrod Greenwood Assistant Town Manager jgreenwood@westlake-tx.org 817-490-5717

Program Broad Goals

Provide municipal and academic leadership and support to the Westlake community and
stakeholders.
Ensure all growth is compliant with Westlake development standards and the vision of the
community.
Develop and strengthen excellent municipal and academic staff teams.
Oversee budgets and provide financial forecasting for the organization.
Identify opportunities to partner with public and private sector providers to help enhance financial
sustainability.
Assist elected officials with the implementation of organizational strategic plans.
Monitor the growth and development of Westlake Academy.
Provide support for Council appointed advisory committees and commissions.
Participates in the following specific programs of service:
o Municipal & Academic governance
o Comprehensive Planning and Economic Development
o Financial Development
o Municipal & Academic Administration
o Citizen Engagement and Communication

Program Service Description

The Administration Department coordinates and manages all facets of the Town’s operations.
The Town Manager, reporting to the Town Council, serves as the chief executive officer for all
operations. Including, serving as Superintendent for Westlake Academy. Duties include
implementation of the goals and objectives established by the Town Council, preparation and
submission of annual budgets for review and adoption, as well as the implementation and
oversight of the adopted budgets throughout the fiscal year.

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