Jim Williams was born in Brownsville, Pennsylvania, but has called Central Florida his home since 1959. In 1973, Mr. Williams received a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental and Civil Engineering from Florida Technological University (now UCF), and has been a Registered Professional Engineer in the state of Florida since 1980. He has also completed post-graduate coursework in Water System Design and Traffic Engineering from Virginia Technological University and Georgia Technological University, respectively. Jim also spent time training in Orlando on the theory and practice of energy efficiency and green buildings.

Mr. Williams began his career in municipal government in 1973 as the City Engineer/Assistant Director of Public Works for Winter Park, Florida., and was subsequently promoted to Director of Public Works nine years later. He spent his final 13 years of service with Winter Park in the role of City Manager, where he spearheaded several creative cost-saving programs and revamped the City's budget process via citizen surveys, strategic planning, and service level reviews.

His significant achievements in Winter Park through proactive budgeting, emergency management and disaster recovery efforts, and several successful Public Works and infrastructure projects afforded him the honor of being a 2006 finalist for the Career Excellence Award given by the International City/County Management Association (ICMA). Jim's philosophy to treat people with honesty and to be fair, firm, and friendly has earned him the respect of his employees and peers alike. In 2008, he was recognized by the ICMA for his 35 years of service in local government.

Jim and his wife Twila have been married for 38 years. They have three children, sons Jim and Cullen, and a daughter Carrie. They are also the proud grandparents of eight grandchildren, five girls and three boys, who range in age from six months to thirteen years.

Mission

The City Manager's office provides leadership and administration to the City Staff ensuring that the goals and objectives of the City Council can be met or exceeded while making sure City Staff provides the Citizens of Maitland, our valued customers, with the ultimate in service levels.

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