Mason appointed assistant city manager
Cape Coral City Manager Michael Ilczyszyn has appointed of Mark Mason to the position of assistant city manager, effective April 28.
Mason joins current Assistant City Manager Connie Barron in this key executive role.
“Mason brings a wealth of experience to this position, having accumulated a decade of service as Cape Coral’s Finance Director,” the city said in a release from its communications office issued Friday morning.
In his new role, Mason will assist the city manager in overseeing and enhancing the performance of several critical departments, including Human Resources Financial Services, Information Technology, City Clerk’s Office and the Cape Coral Charter School System.
“As Assistant City Manager, Mason will provide leadership and strategic oversight across these departments, handle complex administrative tasks, and act as City Manager periodically in Ilczyszyn’s absence,” the release states.
“Mark’s deep understanding of our city’s financial operations and proven leadership make him an ideal candidate for this role,” Ilczyszyn said Friday in the release announcing the appointment. “I am confident that his appointment will greatly benefit Cape Coral as we grow and advance.”
Mason, who has been serving as interim assistant city manager, will receive an annual salary of $237,806.40, according to a status change notice signed by Ilczyszyn on April 23, a change of 7.28%. The new salary amount, listed under “proposed,” is greater than the position’s midpoint compensation point of $214,011.20 and less than the maximum of $266,489.60. Mason’s current annual salary is $221,665.60.
“The addition of a second Assistant City Manager is a strategic move by the City to better manage its growing operations and ensure more focused oversight across various departments,” the release states. “As Cape Coral continues to expand and evolve, the need for enhanced leadership and streamlined management has become essential to meeting the demands of our rapidly growing community. City Council approved this position in the FY24 Budget, and Mason has been serving in this role in an interim capacity since then.”
Mason’s career spans 25 years in Florida, including tenures as the city of Cape Coral’s Financial Services director from 2003 to 2010 and from 2021 to August 2024. His experience includes in-state roles in Sebastian and Tamarac as well as Midland, Texas.
Mason is a Certified Public Accountant with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. Additionally, he is a U.S. Army veteran, having served from 1980 to 1987.
Editor’s note: This story has been updated to reflect salary numbers.