City Departments

Administrative Department

The Administration Department is the front line for public services.

Planning Department

The Planning Department provides staff support to the City Council and its various advisory Commissions and Committees, other Departments of the City and public agencies, and to the public on community development related matters.

Public Works Department

The Public Works and Building Departments provide many of the basic services that affect the daily lives of everyone who lives and works in the City of Ripon.

Police Department

Engineering Department

The City of Ripon Engineering Department is responsible for the design and construction of all Public Works Projects and also oversees all subdivision improvements and other private development projects within the City right-of-way.

Recreation Department

The Recreation Department is responsible for facilitating and overseeing activities in the community as well as the maintenance of public spaces, such as parks.

Other Agency Services

Check out the websites of agencies tangential to Ripon.

Animal Services

See the services, ordinances, become a volunteer, and learn the responsibilities of owning a pet.

Building Safety, Inspections, & Permits

Our staff handles plan reviews, permits, and building and housing inspections. The department ensures that construction on new or remodeled buildings within the City limits meet or exceed current codes and provide a safe environment for the community.

City Attorney's Office

See who represent the city in legal cases and how to reach them.

City Clerk

See the duties and responsibilities of both the City Clerk and the Deputy City Clerk.

Code Enforcement

The Ripon Police Department is resposible for the response to municipal code violations. Learn about violations of the code and how to report them.

Garbage & Recycling

Learn about the garbage services offered in the community.