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In a city manager-mayor form of government, a professional city manager, appointed by the city council, handles day-to-day administration and implementation of policies, ensuring efficient governance.

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City Manager Mike McGlothlin

Mike McGlothlin began serving as City Manager for the City of Palm Coast on December 17, 2025, bringing nearly 40 years of public service experience in municipal administration, law enforcement, and military service. Known for his collaborative, ethical, and service-driven leadership style, he has held senior leadership roles in both Florida and Oregon and brings extensive expertise in municipal operations, strategic planning, budgeting, emergency management, and community engagement. Mr. McGlothlin is committed to delivering high-quality city services and advancing a strong, forward-looking Palm Coast.

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Interim Deputy City Manager Kyle Berryhill

Kyle Berryhill brings more than 20 years of service to the City of Palm Coast, having joined the Palm Coast Fire Department in 2005. He has served in progressive leadership roles, including Lieutenant, Captain, Battalion Chief, and was appointed Fire Chief in 2022. In addition to his leadership within the department, Berryhill serves as the City’s Incident Commander during emergency activations, including hurricanes and severe weather events, where he leads operational response efforts and ensures the safety of both residents and staff.

The Council/Manager Form of Government

The council-manager form of local government combines the strong political leadership of elected officials in the form of a council with the strong managerial experience of an appointed local government manager. Approximately 59 percent of U.S. cities with populations of 25,000 or more, and 47 percent of U.S. cities with populations of 5,000 or more have adopted the council-manager form.

Palm Coast is composed of the Mayor and four-member City Council who are responsible for setting policy, approving the budget, determining the tax rate, and formulating broad, long-term policies that outline the City’s public function. The Mayor and Council members are elected at-large for a term of four years and may not serve more than two consecutive four-year terms in the same seat. The City Manager is appointed by the Mayor and Council and implements the policies of the Council, in addition to directing day-to-day operations, preparing the annual budget, overseeing personnel matters, and keeping the Council advised of financial and operational conditions of the City.