Departments
Departments in Dallas City Government
85 departments · 6 recently mentioned — city government departments and divisions mentioned in official proceedings
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Department of Planning & Development is the City of Dallas municipal department responsible for planning, permitting, inspections, and land management services. It was formed in June 2024 through a merger of the Planning & Urban Design and Development Services divisions.
Last active Jul 15, 2026
The Dallas Department of Transportation and Public Works is responsible for the design, construction, and maintenance of the City's mobility infrastructure in the City's right-of-way. The department focuses on providing a safe, reliable, efficient, equitable, sustainable, and resilient multimodal surface transportation system.
Last active Jun 24, 2026
The Office of Procurement Services (OPS) is a city department responsible for managing the procurement of goods and services for the City of Dallas. It also operates the Business Enterprise Hub, Express Business Center, and City Store, and is headed by a director appointed by the city manager.
Last active Jun 24, 2026
The City Manager's Office is the chief executive department of Dallas city government, responsible for implementing policy set by the Dallas City Council and overseeing daily municipal administration. The City Manager serves as the professional, non-elected chief administrator appointed by the City Council, preparing the annual budget, supervising city personnel, and recommending operational improvements across city departments.
Last active Jun 30, 2026
Dallas Water Utilities is a City of Dallas department providing water, wastewater, stormwater, and flood control services to Dallas and 31 nearby communities. It is a non-profit utility funded entirely through water and wastewater service rates, with operations dating back to 1881.
Last active Jun 24, 2026
The Department of Facilities and Real Estate Management is an internal service department of the City of Dallas that manages municipal real estate assets, oversees facility maintenance and operations, handles custodial services, and supports capital improvements for city buildings. The department operates five divisions: Business Operations, Custodial and Customer Care, Facility Maintenance and Operations, Capital Improvement, and Real Estate.
Last active Jun 24, 2026