City

The BSP partners with the City Commission and City Manager to build the City’s budget, guide long‑term strategy, and track results. We support effective project management by helping connect resources with community priorities and provide insights that help leaders make smart, informed decisions.

The City Attorney’s Office provides legal support to city staff and elected officials by responding to requests for legal opinions, preparing legal documents, negotiating contracts and providing legal training to city employees.

The City Clerk’s Office manages city records, issues certain licenses and permits, and a variety of additional services to the public and other city departments.

The City Manager’s Office supports transparency, strategic planning, and community-focused services that guide the operations of the city.

Connects the community with City information, news, engagement opportunities and resources while supporting clear and accessible communication about City services and initiatives.

Helping existing businesses grow within our local community.

This department leads the development and implementation of equity and inclusion initiatives aligned with the City’s Strategic Plan.

The Finance department is responsible for accounts payable, purchasing, accounting, customer billing & collections, budget preparation, and more.

Our team works with our community members and partners to establish policies and services that will end chronic homelessness in Lawrence and Douglas County.

The Human Relations Division works to promote equal opportunity and protect people from discrimination in Lawrence. The division investigates discrimination complaints, provides education and outreach on human rights, and supports the Lawrence Human Relations Commission.

We foster organizational trust, stability and growth by providing comprehensive guidance, solutions and support to member of Team Lawrence.

The Information Technology Department promotes the effective use of information systems technologies, and optimizes delivery of information services to all City departments and Lawrence citizens.

Discover how Lawrence-Douglas County Fire Medical delivers emergency response, fire prevention, and community safety services through coordinated, professional support.

Transportation planning in Douglas County is a cooperative process designed to foster involvement by all users of the system through a proactive public participation process.

Lawrence Municipal Court handles violations of City ordinances, including traffic and parking violations and other misdemeanor offenses. The court provides information about citations, court appearances, payments, case records and other court processes.

Explore how Municipal Services & Operations supports essential city functions, from infrastructure and utilities to public services, ensuring a safe, sustainable, and well‑maintained community.

Parking Services is committed to assisting over 1 million yearly visitors’ parking needs as well as cleaning and maintaining our downtown shared space.

Find programs, activities, membership options, special events, facilities, nature sites, and tools to help you get active, connect with community, and enjoy local amenities.

Explore how the City supports thoughtful growth and development. Visit the PDS hub to find planning, permitting, code compliance, housing initiatives, maps, development codes, and tools that help guide community projects and public involvement.

Find links to reports, public engagement tools, guidance on services, and resources that help you connect with public safety efforts.

The City provides trash service, curbside single-stream recycling, and yard waste collection.

The Sustainability Office is in charge of working toward the goals of a vibrant economy, a healthy environment, and a livable society, and we need everyone in the community to help us.

Manage utility services, pay your bill, access your account information, and more.