Traverse City, MI city services
Traverse City city services are listed here in one place: 8 departments and offices, from city hall and water billing to trash, permits, police non-emergency and the library. Each entry has its verified phone number, opening hours and a link to the official page to pay a bill, apply for a permit or report a problem.
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City hall & administration
- City hallCity of Traverse CityThis page provides a staff directory for the City of Traverse City, listing various departments and their contact information. It also includes the general address and phone number for the city government.(231) 922-4700
- ClerkCity Clerk's OfficeThe City Clerk’s Office serves as the legislative and corporate backbone of the City, supporting transparent, ethical, and effective local government. The office carries out a broad range of operational responsibilities in accordance with various laws and policies.(231) 922-4480
Bills, taxes, permits & parking
- TreasurerTreasurer's OfficeThe City Treasurer's Office is responsible for the collection and disbursement of all monies for the City and for maintaining appropriate accounting and financial records. The office handles payments for over 10,000 utility customers monthly and payments on 7,800 tax parcels in both the summer and winter.(231) 922-4431
- Water & sewer billingSewer & WaterThe Sewer and Water Division is responsible for providing maintenance and resources for the City's water distribution and sewer collection system. The page also mentions an option to pay bills related to these services.(231) 922-4923
Public safety & courts
- PoliceTraverse City Police DepartmentThe Traverse City Police Department provides public service and safety through community policing. It offers various services including patrol, investigations, and community affairs.(231) 922-4700
- FireTraverse City Fire DepartmentThe Traverse City Fire Department is responsible for providing all emergency life safety services within the City limits. It also provides non-emergency services such as inspections, code enforcement, and Public Education programs.(231) 922-4700
Library, parks & community
Voting & elections
Grand Traverse County services for Traverse City residents
Courts, the sheriff, deeds, marriage licences, health services and more are handled at county level.
Grand Traverse County servicesInformation from traversecitymi.gov, checked October 6, 2026. This is an independent local guide, not the official City of Traverse City site — for official business use traversecitymi.gov.
