Government

Anaheim, California

Anaheim, California, operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The City Council serves as the legislative body, establishing policies and approving the city’s budget. The council comprises the mayor, elected at-large, and six council members elected by district. Both the mayor and council members serve four-year terms, with a limit of two consecutive terms. The City Council appoints a professional city manager responsible for implementing policies and overseeing daily operations of city departments.
The City Attorney provides legal services to the city, while the City Clerk manages elections, records, and passport services. Various boards and commissions, composed of appointed citizens, offer recommendations to the City Council on diverse issues.
Contact Information
City Hall:
200 S. Anaheim Blvd.
Anaheim, CA 92805
Phone: (714) 765-4311
Website: anaheim.net
Mayor’s Office: Mayor Ashleigh E. Aitken
Phone: (714) 765-5247
Email: mayor@anaheim.net
City Council: For a list of council members and their contact information, please visit the City Council Members page.
General Inquiries and Non-Emergency Services: Dial 3-1-1 or (714) 765-4311
Emergency Services: For emergencies requiring police, fire, or medical assistance, dial 9-1-1.
For a comprehensive directory of city departments and their contact information, you can visit the City Departments page.
If you have specific questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to the appropriate department or use the 3-1-1 service for non-emergency inquiries.
General Information
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