City Departments

There are many ways that the City of Washington Terrace works to serve the community.  The following are the major departments of the city, including a description of their main functions.  If you need information on or assistance with a particular city function or service, these sections of the website should be helpful to you.

 

Administration: Responsible for overall city operations.  Key staff members include the City Manager, Finance Director, City Recorder/Human Resources, and Treasurer.

Animal Control:  Responsible for enforcing the municipal codes such as nuisance ordinance, animal ordinances and also responsible for animal licensing.

Building, Planning & Inspection: Responsible for building permits, inspections, development and construction.  Also responsible for business approvals and licenses to include renewals and inspections. 

Court: Responsible for court fines, and court appearances.

Finance & Budget:  Responsible for the preparation, analysis, and monitoring of the annual budget; internal and external financial reporting. 

Fire/EMS Department: Responsible for providing quick and effective Emergency Medical and Fire suppression responses.

Parks & Recreation:  Responsible to provide citizens with meaningful leisure time activities and facilities geared toward improving their physical, mental, and social well-being.

Public Safety: Responsible for all safety and emergency activities in the city. Key staff members include the Weber County Sheriff, Fire Chief, and Emergency Response Manager.

Public Works: Responsible for maintaining the culinary water, sanitary sewer, and storm water utility systems; waste disposal/recycling programs; and parks & open spaces, streets & sidewalks, and City buildings.  Key staff members include the Director of Public Works, Public Works Maintenance Supervisor, and City Engineer. 

Utility Services & Billing: Responsible for utility account management and billing for culinary water, sanitary sewer, storm water, and garbage services.

Municipal Project Information: Where you will find information about the city's ongoing and upcoming projects.