City Departments

Michigan City Departments

Michigan City’s departments work in harmony to serve our community’s diverse needs. From Public Safety’s dedicated police and fire services protecting our residents, to Public Works maintaining our infrastructure and streets, each department plays a vital role.

Airport

Manages operations and development of the city’s airport.

Cemeteries

Oversees the city’s cemeteries and burial services.

Central Services

Provides support for city departments and facilities.

Clerk

Maintains official city records, documents, and public meeting minutes.

City Support

Serves as a central hub for essential administrative and operational functions.

Community Development

Promotes growth through planning, zoning, and support.

Controller

Manages the city’s finances, budgeting, and financial reporting.

Engineer

Oversees public infrastructure projects, including roads and drainage systems.

Emergency Management

Coordinates disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts.

Fire

Provides fire prevention, firefighting, and emergency response services.

Forester

Manages the city’s urban forestry and tree-related maintenance programs.

Housing Authority

Provides affordable housing and support for city residents.

Attorney

Advises the city on legal matters and represents it in legal proceedings.

Mayor’s Office

Oversees city operations and implements policies.

Parks & Recreation

Maintains parks, facilities, and recreational programs.

Personnel

Manages employee recruitment, benefits, and labor relations.

Planning & Zoning

Regulates construction, zoning, and development.

Police

Ensures public safety through law enforcement and crime prevention.

Port Authority

Oversees the city’s waterfront and maritime activities.

Promise Scholarship

Offers scholarship programs to support educational opportunities for residents.

Redevelopment

Focuses on revitalizing and improving underutilized areas within the city.

Refuse

Manages waste collection, disposal, and recycling programs for the city.

Sanitary District

Operates and maintains wastewater treatment and sewer systems.

Special Events

Promotes community events that enhance tourism, local culture, and civic engagement.

Street

Maintains and repairs city roads, sidewalks, and traffic signals.

Transit

Provides public transportation services for residents and visitors.

Vector Control

Controls pests and protects public health.

Water Works

Supplies clean and reliable water to city residents and businesses.

Workforce & Education

Prepares residents for career success by aligning workforce development strategies with the city.