Departments

Airport

Bay City Regional Airport is a general and business aviation airport, which is operated, maintained, and preserved for the benefit of the community and airport users.

City Secretary

The City Secretary's Office provides a variety of services, including issuing permits, keeping minutes of official meetings, maintaining and recording documents, and more.

Community Development

The Bay City Community Development Corporation aims to create a welcoming, positive environment that encourages new and current businesses and their employees to invest in Bay City with human and financial capital.

Emergency Preparedness

Look up emergency preparedness information, and learn more about the City of Bay City Emergency Coordination Center.

Finance Department

The Department of Finance is responsible for the supervision of the receipt and disbursement of all City money, controlling all expenditures to ensure budget appropriations are not exceeded, and providing information concerning the current state of City finances to all City officials and the public.

Fire Marshal

Fire Department

The Bay City Volunteer Fire Department was founded in 1909. Currently, there are 47 active volunteers. The department is responsible for fire and rescue operations in Bay City and the surrounding area, while providing mutual aid to other volunteer fire departments.

Human Resources

The Human Resources Department provides a variety of information and services, including benefits administration, job postings, and hiring.

Information Technology

The Department of Information Technology manages the City's computer systems and technology needs.

Municipal Court

The Municipal Court handles City Code violations in addition to traffic offenses and other Class “C” misdemeanors. The Municipal Judges hold magistrate hearings every day of the week in order to inform people arrested of their rights and to set bonds. The Court Clerk and staff process and maintain all records of the Court.

Parks & Recreation

Bay City's Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for overseeing over 300 acres of developed and undeveloped open space, hosting community events, and enriching the lives of others through quality parks and programs.

Police Department

We accept our employment with the Bay City Police Department as a symbol of public trust. Our fundamental duty is to serve and protect the members of our community to the very best of our abilities.

Public Library

The Bay City Public Library connects residents of Matagorda County with information, technology, ideas and experiences to provide enjoyment, enrich lives and strengthen our community.

Public Works

The Public Works Department provides a 24-hour response for all Public Works related emergency and non-emergency services. These services include water, wastewater, streets, drainage needs, code enforcement, capital improvement programs, and maintenance to City-owned buildings and vehicles.

Tourism Department

Bay City Tourism promotes and develops tourism and awareness of our beaches, birds, thriving arts and downtown culture.

Utility Billing

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Water Services

Get more information about Water Services available.