City Manager

City Manager's Office

Charles P. Kolakowski
City Manager

Barrett F. Warner
Assistant City Manager

Debra Anderson
Administrative Assistant


Phone Number:
(540) 587-6001
Fax Number:
(540) 587-6143






The City of Bedford Charter requires the City Council to appoint a City Manager who is the executive officer of the City government. The City Manager is selected to serve the City for an indefinite term and is selected solely on the basis of executive and administrative qualifications and experience.

The City Manager directs and supervises the administration of all departments, offices, and agencies of the City, except as otherwise provided in the City’s Charter.

The City Manager is charged with advising the City Council with regard to the financial condition of the City, its future needs, and all matters related to its proper administration. The City Manager must propose and submit an annual budget to the City Council and, once approved, must be responsible for its implementation.

The City Manager implements City policy as determined by the Mayor and City Council by providing management and administrative support.

Permits issued by the City Manager’s office: Banners, Parade, Block Streets, Going Out of Business, Taxicab, Loudspeakers, Permit to Operate Business After Midnight, Fireworks, Selling Merchandise on Sidewalk and Canvassers/Agents.

Thank you for taking time to visit our site. We welcome your comments and invite you to contact us to share your ideas, suggestions, and concerns about how we are doing and if we are meeting your expectations.



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