The Administration and Budget Division oversees the operations of the Department and provides the organization with financial management. The Budget staff prepares, monitors, researches and presents the City’s Annual Budget and Capital Improvement Program.
Accounting is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and providing timely financial information to the public, bondholders, grantors, auditors, City Council and City management. This division is responsible for the areas of general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, special assessments, fixed assets, cash management, investments, debt management and grant accounting.
Environmental Management provides environmental regulatory compliance oversight of City operations and facilities, as well as performing environmental clean-up services when environmental releases or spills have occurred on City property. This division assures that the City performs environmental due diligence on all property acquisitions and dedication of real property to the City. This division also maintains the central environmental compliance files for the City.
Fleet Services provides preventive maintenance, repairs, and support for City vehicles. Some of the main functions include specification writing, fabrication/welding, budget support, fuel control, and accident damage repair coordination. This area also oversees compliance with Local, State and Federal Statutes as they apply to vehicles.
The Licensing, Tax and Utility Services Division, also known as Customer Service, provides a single point of contact for customers for utilities, licensing, tax, and collections. This Division performs functions necessary to operate a local licensing and tax program, as well as bill and collect user charges for the operation of the water, wastewater and sanitation systems. The staff works to ensure compliance with State and local regulations, while providing the highest quality of customer service possible.
Purchasing is responsible for maintaining timely and adequate support of the City's need for materials and services in accordance with Federal, State and City legal requirements. This is conducted in an open, competitive and professional manner that maximizes the effectiveness of the tax dollar. It is also responsible for operating the City's warehouse and inventory program.
Risk Management is responsible for the operation of a comprehensive risk management program. The Division provides the insurance coverage for City facilities, vehicles and equipment as well as administration of the self-insurance liability program and acquisition of commercial insurance products. This division provides loss prevention services through accident investigation and analysis, liability claims adjusting and litigation management services. Additional responsibilities include supervision of the City’s worker compensation and safety programs.
Management Services Department
55 N. Arizona Pl., Suite 201
(480) 782-2250