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Departments

City Clerk

The City Clerk’s Office administers local democratic processes and ensures transparency for the public.

City Manager

Carries out City Council policies and oversees the day-to-day operations of the city.

Code Compliance

Keeps San Marcos clean, safe and beautiful by addressing nuisances and enforcing city codes

Development Services

Handles planning, engineering, traffic, civic infrastructure, sustainability and watershed management

Economic Development

Business attraction and retention, small business support, economic data and community partnerships

Finance

Business licenses, bids and RFPs, city budget, local taxes, contracts, financial reports

Fire Department

Protects life, property and the environment by providing fire and emergency medical services

Human Resources

Recruiting, employee development, workers compensation, benefits, labor relations and risk management

Neighborhood Services

Parking, CDBG grants, mobile home rent review, affordable housing, Sheriff

Parks & Recreation

With 44 parks, seven recreation facilities and two aquatic complexes, San Marcos has earned its nickname, "San Parkos."

Public Works

Parks, medians, streets, sidewalks and city facilities, graffiti, dead animal removal, trash and recycling

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