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.

The Court makes judicial findings for Misdemeanors A through D, traffic violations, and parking ticket cases.
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Community Development helps develop a livable city through the following divisions: Building & Safety, Library, Planning, and Neighborhood Enhancement.
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Human Resource responsibilities include recruitment, labor relations, compensation, and risk management.
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The Information Technology Department provides the technical infrastructure and solutions that allow City staff to serve the community.
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The Legal Department includes City attorneys, the City Recorder, and support staff.
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Salem’s Public Works Department plans, constructs and maintains the infrastructure to meet the needs of Salem.
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Learn about how the Salem Fire Department serves the community.
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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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Roles and Responsibilities of the Salem Police Department.
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​​Urban Development staff administer programs and services that promote awareness of economic and community development.
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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
Apr. 09
Cancelled - Highland Neighborhood Association Meeting 7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.North Neighbors Resource Center
945 Columbia ST NE
Salem OR 97301

Regular Meeting

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

Phone: 503-540-2303

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.

Apr. 13
Cancelled - City Council Meeting6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.Council Chambers
555 Liberty ST SE RM 240
Salem OR 97301

Regular Meeting of the City Council

Agenda:

​April 13, 2020 City Council Agenda

Meeting Minutes:

​April 13, 2020 City Council Minutes

Phone: 503-588-6097

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 503-588-6097 at least two business days prior to the meeting.

Apr. 14
Cancelled - Southeast Mill Creek Association Meeting - SEMCA10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Paradise Island Park
3100 Turner RD SE
Salem OR 97302

Regular Meeting

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

Phone: 503-540-2303

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.

Cultural and Tourism Promotion Advisory Board meeting6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.Bush House Museum
600 Mission St SE
Salem
OR 97302

Cultural and Tourism Promotion Advisory Board meeting 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Bush House Museum, 600 Mission St SE, Salem, OR 97302

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

Phone: 503-540-2361

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 503-540-2361 at least two business days prior to the meeting.

Cancelled - Northeast Neighbors Meeting - NEN6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.Salem First Church of the Nazarene
1550 Market ST NE
Salem OR 97301

Regular Meeting

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

Phone: 503-540-2303

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.

Apr. 15
Cancelled - Airport Advisory Commission Meeting6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.Salem Municipal Airport
2990 25th ST SE
Salem OR 97302

Regular meeting of the Airport Advisory Commission

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

Phone: 503-588-6314

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 503-588-6314 at least two business days prior to the meeting.

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City of Salem
Monday–Friday
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
555 Liberty St SE
Salem OR 97301
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