Government
Anaheim, California
Anaheim, California, operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The City Council serves as the legislative body, establishing policies and approving the city’s budget. The council comprises the mayor, elected at-large, and six council members elected by district. Both the mayor and council members serve four-year terms, with a limit of two consecutive terms. The City Council appoints a professional city manager responsible for implementing policies and overseeing daily operations of city departments.
The City Attorney provides legal services to the city, while the City Clerk manages elections, records, and passport services. Various boards and commissions, composed of appointed citizens, offer recommendations to the City Council on diverse issues.
Contact Information
City Hall:
200 S. Anaheim Blvd.
Anaheim, CA 92805
Phone: (714) 765-4311
Website: anaheim.net
Mayor’s Office: Mayor Ashleigh E. Aitken
Phone: (714) 765-5247
Email: mayor@anaheim.net
City Council: For a list of council members and their contact information, please visit the City Council Members page.
General Inquiries and Non-Emergency Services: Dial 3-1-1 or (714) 765-4311
Emergency Services: For emergencies requiring police, fire, or medical assistance, dial 9-1-1.
For a comprehensive directory of city departments and their contact information, you can visit the City Departments page.
If you have specific questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to the appropriate department or use the 3-1-1 service for non-emergency inquiries.
General Information
GOVERNMENT NEWS
Officer-Involved Shooting Shakes Anaheim Community
News Summary A chaotic incident in Anaheim, California, involved an officer-involved shooting following reports of a disturbance. While officers investigated, gunfire erupted, leading to the injury of one man. Fortunately,...
Anaheim on Edge After Police-Involved Shooting Leaves Man Hospitalized
News Summary Anaheim, California, experienced a chaotic Saturday evening when reports of a disturbance led to police involvement and gunfire. A man was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, prompting an investigation...
Anaheim Residents on High Alert Over Baby Abduction
News Summary Anaheim residents were thrown into chaos when an Amber Alert was issued for a 9-month-old baby boy named Leonardo Meza, who was reportedly abducted. Authorities swiftly responded, issuing...
Anaheim, California Achieves Historic $1 Trillion Home Value
News Summary Anaheim, California, has made headlines by reaching a significant real estate milestone with a total home value surpassing $1 trillion. This surge, marked by a 12.1% increase in...
Anaheim’s Future with the Los Angeles Angels
News Summary Anaheim is poised for a new partnership with the Los Angeles Angels as Mayor Ashleigh Aitken reaches out to team ownership. Aitken emphasizes the importance of including ‘Anaheim’...
Missing Baby Found Safe in Anaheim
News Summary In Anaheim, 9-month-old Leonardo Meza has been found safe, bringing joy after an Amber Alert caused widespread concern. The alert was issued after Leonardo was last seen near...
Fullerton City Council Moves to Regulate Non-Governmental Publications
News Summary The Fullerton City Council has decided to draft a policy that limits the distribution of non-governmental publications in city facilities. This policy mandates a prior approval process for...
Winter Storms Create Pothole Crisis Across Southern California
News Summary Southern California is facing a significant pothole crisis as winter storms have led to a surge in road damage. With thousands of potholes reported, cities like Los Angeles...
Santa Ana’s Celebrity Memorabilia Fraud Exposed
News Summary Former California resident Anthony J. Tremayne pleaded guilty to a decade-long scheme involving the sale of over $250,000 in fake celebrity memorabilia. The fraudulent operation included forgeries of...
