Departments

Administrative Services

Part of the City Manager’s office, Administrative Services provides recruiting, staffing and employment policy functions for all City departments, as well as overseeing risk management and purchasing.

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Airport

Part of the Public Works Department, the airport is run by the Airport Manager and provides air service to the City of Delaware.

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Around Town

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Attorney

Part of the City Manager’s office, the City Attorney provides legal advice and instruction to all City departments.


Bicentennial

Delaware is 200 years this year and plans are underway to mark this once-in-lifetime celebration. A Delaware City Bicentennial Committee was organized by citizens to plan citywide activities. Planners are focused on three key themes: commemoration of two centuries of city history and culture; celebration of Delaware’s unique heritage; and education about the city and the events that led to its establishment in 1808.

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Building

The division of the Planning Department assists developers, architects, engineers and builders in meeting all applicable state and local codes.

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City Manager

The City Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of all City departments. The divisions of the City Manager’s office are the Assistant City Manager, City Attorney, Economic Development, Administrative Services and Community Affairs.


Economic Development

The Coordinator works with businesses, organizations and other government entities to improve the economic condition of the City.


Engineering

The department provides plan review and design functions for City projects.

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Finance

The department manages the City’s finances and oversees the Utility Billing Department, the Income Tax Department and information technology.

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Fire

The department provides around-the-clock fire protection and responds to medical emergencies and exposure to dangerous conditions.

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Fire-EMS Runs


Government

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Grounds and Facilities

The department maintains all City facilities and properties.

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Municipal Court

The court provides judicial functions for all of Delaware County.


Planning and Community Development

The department manages the development process, maintains the Comprehensive Plan and works with other departments on their functional plans. The department also enforces the zoning code, subdivision regulations, the floodplain ordinance and building code.

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Police

The department provides round-the-clock service and endeavors to assist citizens in eliminating the underlying causes of crime, conflicts and safety hazards.

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Prosecutor

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Public Utilities

The Public Utilities Department maintains the City’s network of water and sewer lines and facilities, including water towers, lift stations, and the water treatment and wastewater treatment plants.

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Public Works

The department maintains and repairs of the roadway system, traffic signals and traffic control signage; provides collection of refuse, recyclable materials, and yard waste, and maintains the City vehicle and equipment fleet.

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Recreation Services

The department provides numerous activities and programs for city’s youth, adult and senior residents.

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