Departments

A number of municipal departments work together to deliver programs and services that are important to you.

Office of the Chief Administrative Officer

The Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) provides overall policy and operational support to the Mayor and Council. It also includes Legal and Legislative Services (Clerks Office), Communications, and Human Resources.

Community Services

Community Services provides a wide range of recreational programs and services to meet a variety of needs and promote healthy and active living for people of all ages and abilities. It manages Parks and Facilities, Recreation and Culture, as well as Fire and Rescue Services.

Corporate Services

Corporate Services is responsible for managing Finance and Business Services and Information Technology.

Infrastructure Services

Infrastructure Services manages Capital Works and Infrastructure, Drainage, Environmental Services, Operations.

Development Services

Development Services ensures the Town of Essex is planned, developed, constructed and maintained to meet the current and long-range goals of our community. This department includes Building and By-law Enforcement, Planning, and Economic Development.