Austin Entities

Austin Planning is a City of Austin department that provides equitable, people-centered planning services. It develops and implements long-term plans and policies guiding the city’s growth, development, land use, cultural heritage, and community engagement.

Last active Oct 27, 2026

Financial Services- Contracts is a City of Austin Financial Services function focused on municipal contract information. Austin Financial Services also provides procurement-related services to City departments through its Central Procurement division.

Last active Oct 22, 2026

Management Services is a City of Austin department that connects people with government and supports civic trust through equitable, responsive, and professional service delivery. Its functions include policy implementation, oversight of city operations, equity, emergency management, employee development, civil rights enforcement, police oversight, sustainability, and transit planning.

Last active Oct 22, 2026

The Austin Planning Commission is a City of Austin board that develops and amends the city’s master plan. It recommends approval or disapproval of proposed zoning changes, oversees land subdivision within neighborhood planning areas, and submits recommendations for capital improvements.

Last active Oct 27, 2026

Austin Water is a City of Austin department responsible for water, wastewater, and reclaimed water services. Its work also includes water resources planning, conservation, wildlands conservation, and environmental protection.

Last active Oct 22, 2026

Austin Energy is a department of the City of Austin and a community-owned, not-for-profit electric utility. It delivers electric service and customer support while operating programs related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, green building, electric vehicles, and electrical safety.

Last active Oct 22, 2026