City of Cape Coral, FL
04/25/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/25/2025 06:58
City Manager Appoints Mark Mason as Assistant City Manager
April 25, 2025
City Manager Michael Ilczyszyn is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Mason as the City's new Assistant City Manager, effective April 28, 2025. 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. In his new role, Mason will assist the City Manager in overseeing and enhancing the performance of several critical departments, including:
"Mark's deep understanding of our city's financial operations and proven leadership make him an ideal candidate for this role," said City Manager Michael Ilczyszyn. "I am confident that his appointment will greatly benefit Cape Coral as we grow and advance."
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. 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.
Mark Mason's extensive career spans 25 years in Florida, including notable tenures as the City of Cape Coral's Financial Services Director from 2003 to 2010 and from 2021 to August 2024. His experience includes roles in Sebastian and Tamarac, FL, and Midland, TX. 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.
City Manager Michael Ilczyszyn is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Mason as the City's new Assistant City Manager, effective April 28, 2025. 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. 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
- Cape Coral Charter School System
"Mark's deep understanding of our city's financial operations and proven leadership make him an ideal candidate for this role," said City Manager Michael Ilczyszyn. "I am confident that his appointment will greatly benefit Cape Coral as we grow and advance."
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. 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.
Mark Mason's extensive career spans 25 years in Florida, including notable tenures as the City of Cape Coral's Financial Services Director from 2003 to 2010 and from 2021 to August 2024. His experience includes roles in Sebastian and Tamarac, FL, and Midland, TX. 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.