City Manager's Office

The City Manager's office is led by a Council-appointed City Manager who oversees the day-to-day operations of the City and implements Council policy direction. Additional key services of the City Manager's Office include:

• Communications
• Elections
• Government relations
• Neighborhood associations 
• Support to Mayor and City Council
• Volunteer program

City Manager biography

Teresa Carr is the City Manager for the City of Gresham, Oregon’s fourth-largest city. She works closely with the Mayor, City Council, City employees, and community partners to deliver excellent public services and help Gresham continue to thrive.

Before joining the City, Teresa spent nearly 26 years at the Port of Portland, most recently as Director of Marine and Commercial Development. Throughout her career, she’s built a reputation for bringing people together, tackling complex challenges, and creating opportunities that strengthen communities and local economies.

Teresa believes strong communities are built through strong partnerships. That commitment has led her to serve on the boards of Home Forward, the National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP), and the Gresham Area Chamber of Commerce. She is passionate about mentoring future leaders, supporting women in the workforce and creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to do their best work for the community.

A Georgia native, Teresa holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Valdosta State University. She brings a deep commitment to public service, optimism, and a collaborative spirit to her work, with a focus on helping Gresham succeed today and for years to come.