City Government
City Departments
Finding the Right Department
Most of what residents need from the city runs through a department, not an elected official: paying a bill, pulling a permit, reporting a problem, registering to vote. Each department reports to the Mayor, who appoints its head.
The directory below covers the departments residents contact most. For the full list, hours, and staff, visit medfordma.org. City Hall is at 85 George P. Hassett Drive.
Department Directory
| City Clerk | Records, licenses, vital records, and the city’s legislative function. City Hall, Room 103. 781-393-2425. |
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| Elections | Voter registration and the conduct of elections. City Hall, Room 102. 781-393-2491. |
| Police | Public safety. Chief Jack D. Buckley. Headquarters, 100 Main Street. Non-emergency 781-393-4700. |
| Fire | Fire suppression, prevention, and emergency response. Chief Todd Evans. 120 Main Street. Non-emergency 781-396-9400. |
| Public Works | Streets, water, sewer, trash, and recycling. Commissioner Timothy J. McGivern. 21 James Street. 781-393-2417. |
| Health | Public health, inspections, and clinics. Health Director MaryAnn O’Connor. City Hall, Room 311. 781-393-2560. |
| Recreation | Parks programs, fields, and youth activities. Director Kevin J. Bailey. 30 Forest Street. 781-393-2486. |
| Medford Public Library | Books, programs, and computers, plus a free card for every resident. 111 High Street. 781-395-7950. |
| Council on Aging | The senior center and elder services. 101 Riverside Avenue. 781-396-6010. |
| Diversity, Equity & Inclusion | Civil rights, language access, and the Human Rights Commission. Director Frances Nwajei. City Hall, Room 101. 781-393-2439. |
Sources
Medford government website (medfordma.org). Verified July 2026.
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