City Attorney
The City Attorney's Office provides legal counsel and related services necessary for administration of city business. The Office also prosecutes misdemeanor traffic and code violation offenses. The Thurston County District Court schedules court activities. more »

City Clerk

The City Clerk manages the city’s official records, publishes the municipal code and legal notices, responds to public records requests, administers contracts, bid openings, and provides administrative support to the City Council and City Manager. more »

City Manager

The City Manager is appointed by the City Council and responsible for day-to-day city operations and administration of Council policy. All other city departments are responsible for service provision and report to the City Manager. more »



 Community and Economic Development

This department manages City building and planning activities. The Planning division manages long-range and current planning, development requirements, and zoning applications. The Building division issues building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical permits. more »



 Finance

The Finance Department is responsible for accounting and financial management of city funds, business registrations, business and occupation taxes, traffic violation payments, local improvement district assessments, utility bills, and provides passport processing services. more »



 Human Resources

Human Resources assists department supervisors with recruitment, development, and management of a first-class municipal workforce. They also assist employees with professional concerns, from training and wellness initiatives to a comprehensive employee benefits program. more »



 Parks & Recreation

This department acquires, develops, manages, and operates Lacey's parks and City facilities. Parks & Recreation also provides community recreation programs and activities covering a wide range of interests, ages, and skill levels. more »



 Police Department
Dial 911 for emergencies. The Police Department operates public safety programs including traffic control, crime prevention and investigation, concealed weapons permits, fingerprinting, notary, garage sale permits, bicycle licenses, and training for Neighborhood Watch Programs. more »


 Public Affairs
The Public Affairs Department responds to citizen questions and concerns, provides information about city functions and activities through news releases, community meetings, social media, and other public forums. more »


Public Works
The Public Works Department oversees city engineering, surveying, public construction projects, maintenance and operation of the water, storm drain and sewer systems, streets, traffic signals, parks, city equipment, and municipal buildings and facilities. more »