Regular performance evaluations are a cornerstone of an organization’s management systems. Evaluating the manager is as important as evaluating other employees, but the process has unique challenges. Managers are encouraged to review this guide and work with their elected bodies to develop formal, mutually agreed-upon processes for their own evaluations. 

This guide highlights the value of a formal manager evaluation process and assists local elected officials in the design of an effective evaluation tool.

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