City Government
Methuen City Departments
Finding the Right Department
Almost everything you actually need from City Hall, paying a bill, pulling a permit, reporting a problem, registering to vote, runs through a department rather than an elected official. In Methuen’s strong-mayor government, the department heads are appointed by the Mayor and answer to the Mayor.
The directory below covers the departments people reach for most. For the full roster, hours, and staff, visit methuen.gov. The main City Hall line is 978-983-8500.
Department Directory
| Mayor’s Office | Chief executive; oversees all departments and the budget. 41 Pleasant Street, Room 303. |
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| City Clerk | Records, licenses, vital records, dog licenses, and the legislative function. |
| Elections / Registrars | Voter registration, elections, and the annual city census. |
| Assessor | Property valuations, tax assessments, and exemptions. |
| Treasurer / Collector | Tax and utility billing and payments. |
| Community Development | Planning, zoning, building permits, and inspections. |
| Police | Public safety and emergency response. |
| Fire | Fire suppression, prevention, and emergency medical response. |
| Public Works | Streets, water, sewer, parks, and trash & recycling. Highway Division 978-983-8865. |
Sources
Methuen government website (methuen.gov). Verified July 2026.
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