City of Baltimore
Charter of Baltimore City

§ 140. City Administrator: Powers and duties.

Except as otherwise provided in this Charter and under the direct authority and supervision of the Mayor, the City Administrator:

(1) administers the day-to-day operations of the City and oversees the delivery of municipal services;

(2) exercises supervisory authority over all agencies, department directors, and municipal officers;

(3) approves rules and regulations proposed by municipal departments and agencies;

(4) supervises the preparation of the City's preliminary operating budget and participates in the development of the proposed Ordinance of Estimates;

(5) advises the Mayor in the formation of policy and the implementation of plans to address demands for municipal services, enhance the quality of life, and strengthen the economic vitality of the City;

(6) performs duties delegated by the Mayor that are not inconsistent with this Charter; and

(7) performs any other duty as required by this Charter or required by ordinance of the Mayor and City Council.