Departments & Agencies

​While the City Council and Mayor set laws, policies and goals for the City of Salem, the City Manager and City Departments implement them. City departments and agencies provide services in specific areas to create a livable and business-friendly environment.

City Manager’s Office
City of Salem Municipal Court
The Court makes judicial findings for Misdemeanors A through D, traffic violations, and parking ticket cases.
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Community Development Department
Community Development helps develop a livable city through the following divisions: Building & Safety, Library, Planning, and Neighborhood Enhancement.
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Human Resources Department
Human Resource responsibilities include recruitment, labor relations, compensation, and risk management.
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Information Technology Department
The Information Technology Department provides the technical infrastructure and solutions that allow City staff to serve the community.
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Legal Department
The Legal Department includes City attorneys, the City Recorder, and support staff.
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Public Works Department
Salem’s Public Works Department plans, constructs and maintains the infrastructure to meet the needs of Salem.
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Salem Fire Department
Learn about how the Salem Fire Department serves the community.
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Salem Housing Authority
Salem Housing Authority's mission is to assist low- and moderate-income families to achieve self-sufficiency through stable housing, economic opportunity, community investment, and coordination with social service providers.
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Salem Police Department
Roles and Responsibilities of the Salem Police Department.
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Urban Development Department
​​Urban Development staff administer programs and services that promote awareness of economic and community development.
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Urban Renewal Agency
The Urban Renewal Agency (URA) is a separate municipal corporation responsible for governing Salem’s seven urban renewal areas.
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What’s happening
Dec. 10
Cultural Tourism and Promotion Advisory Board meeting6:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.Hallie Ford Museum of Art
700 State St
Salem
OR 97301

Monthly meeting of the Salem Cultural and Tourism Promotion Advisory Board.

Agenda:

​https://www.cityofsalem.net/meetingdocs/cultural-tourism-promotion-advisory-board-agenda-2019-12-10.pdf

Phone: Chris Neider, Staff Liaison, 503-540-2361

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This is an open, public meeting or public hearing at an accessible location. Special accommodations are available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Services may be requested for sign language interpretation or languages other than English. To request accommodations or services, please call Chris Neider, Staff Liaison, 503-540-2361 at least two business days prior to the meeting.

Dec. 11
Joint URA, SHA and Council Board and Commission Appointments Committee meeting 8:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m.City Manager’s Conference Room
Civic Center 555 Liberty ST SE RM 220
Salem OR 97301

Meeting of the Joint Urban Renewal Agency, Salem Housing Authority and City of Salem Board and Commission Appointments Committee

Agenda:

​Board and Commission Appointments Committee meeting agenda for December 11, 2019

Phone: 503-588-6255

This is an open, public meeting or public hearing at an accessible location. Special accommodations are available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Services may be requested for sign language interpretation or languages other than English. To request accommodations or services, please call 503-588-6255 at least two business days prior to the meeting.

Salem Public Library Advisory Board5:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m.Salem Public Library Main Branch
585 Liberty ST SE
Salem OR 97301

Monthly meeting of the Salem Public Library Advisory Board.

Agenda:

Salem Public Library Advisory Board Agenda Packet

Phone: 503-588-6071

This is an open, public meeting or public hearing at an accessible location. Special accommodations are available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Services may be requested for sign language interpretation or languages other than English. To request accommodations or services, please call 503-588-6071 at least two business days prior to the meeting.

Morningside Neighborhood Association Meeting6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.Pringle Creek Community Painters Hall
3911 Village Center DR SE
Salem OR 97302

Regular Meeting

Agenda:

​December 11, 2019

Phone: 503-540-2303

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This is an open, public meeting or public hearing at an accessible location. Special accommodations are available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Services may be requested for sign language interpretation or languages other than English. To request accommodations or services, please call 503-540-2303 at least two business days prior to the meeting.

South Central Association of Neighbors (SCAN)6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.South Salem High School
1910 Church ST SE
Salem OR 97302

Regular Meeting

Agenda:

​December 11, 2019

Phone: 503-540-2303

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This is an open, public meeting or public hearing at an accessible location. Special accommodations are available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Services may be requested for sign language interpretation or languages other than English. To request accommodations or services, please call 503-540-2303 at least two business days prior to the meeting.

Dec. 12
Salem Parks and Recreation Advisory Board5:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m.Public Works Department
Civic Center
555 Liberty ST SE RM 325
Salem OR 97301

Salem Parks and Recreation Advisory Board's mission is to promote and enhance the quality and availability of Salem’s parks, recreational facilities, City-owned trees and gardens; ensure a legacy of open green spaces, outdoor experiences; and preserve Salem’s natural environment as a desirable community amenity for all residents.

Agenda: An agenda for this meeting is not yet available.

Phone: 503-588-6304

This is an open, public meeting or public hearing at an accessible location. Special accommodations are available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Services may be requested for sign language interpretation or languages other than English. To request accommodations or services, please call 503-588-6304 at least two business days prior to the meeting.

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