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The City of Albany is a Charter City in Alameda County. The City has a population of approximately 20,000 and offers a full range of services for the community through its various departments.
The City of Albany operates under a City Council-City Manager form of government. The City Council, composed of five elected members, serves as the city's legislative body, setting policy directives.
The City Manager oversees administration and supervises all city departments: Administration, Community Development, Finance/City Treasurer, Fire & Emergency Medical Services, Human Resources, Police, Public Works, and Recreation & Community Services. These departments handle vital functions such as land use planning, economic development, emergency response, infrastructure maintenance, public safety, and community programs. Together, the Council, City Manager, and departments ensure efficient governance and public service delivery across Albany.
City of Albany Organizational Chart(PDF, 92KB)