Departments
Administration
This department includes the administrative functions of the City government, supporting the Mayor & Council, boards and commissions, the City Attorney, and constituent and employee services. Click the links below for additional information on the various programs listed:
Finance
This department is responsible for accounting and reporting of the City’s financial operations, preparation of the operating and capital budgets, billing and collections, payroll services, purchasing, information systems and related functions. The department coordinates the annual certified audit, and prepares the Uniform Financial Report (UFR) for filing with the State of Maryland and the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). Links are provided in this website to PDF versions of the adopted budget and CAFR. More>>
Public Services
This department handles parking enforcement, code enforcement, animal control, public safety, emergency preparedness, contract police, rent stabilization, recreation and quality-of-life issues city-wide. In addition, liaison is maintained with other County, State and University public safety agencies. The department supports various City boards and committees, including Advisory Planning Commission (APC), Animal Control Board, Citizen Corps Council (which includes Neighborhood Watch), Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), Noise Control Board, Recreation Board, Rent Stabilization Board, Landlords’ Forum and Tenants Committee. Click the links below for additional information on the various programs listed:
Planning, Community & Economic Development
This department is organized into three functional areas – planning and zoning, community development, and economic development. The planning program involves the preparation of local plans, as needed, and the coordination of planning efforts with other agencies including the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), and the University of Maryland. Planning staff review and provide recommendations to the City Council on plans, projects, and development applications within the city and vicinity. The Advisory Planning Commission (APC) is supported by the Planning Department and holds public hearings on applications for zoning appeals and departures. The department also applies for and administers funding from local, state and federal sources to enhance the city as a place to live, work and visit. The economic development program is focused on revitalizing the city’s commercial districts and providing assistance for business retention, expansion and recruitment. More>>
Community Resources
This department’s Youth & Family Services program provides community outreach and enhanced family functioning through its clinical programs, school assembly events, parent education and support groups, and client advocacy. The Seniors Program provides assistance and advocacy for senior citizens, information and referral, a free bus transportation system for medical appointments and shopping, and well-attended subsidized and non-subsidized senior trips. Click the links below for additional information on the various programs listed:
Public Works
This department, which utilizes approximately one-half of the City’s budget and comprises one-half of the City’s workforce, provides full-service to City residents in the areas of refuse and recycling collection, street cleaning and maintenance, horticultural services, signage, snow and ice removal, litter and graffiti control, and street lighting. Other areas of responsibility include maintenance and upkeep of all City vehicles, heavy equipment and machinery; maintenance of City playgrounds and tot lots; employee safety services and assistance with citizen and student volunteer programs. An award-winning composting program saves tipping fees by diverting leaves and grass clippings from the waste stream. More>>
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