The official website for the city and county government offices in San Francisco is http://www.sfgov.org. Residents and visitors alike can easily locate the phone numbers of the key divisions of San Francisco's local government. Simply log on to the site and click on the link for the index list. Read More..

Residents of San Francisco can contact the Animal Care and Control department with questions about dog licensing, pet adoptions, and co-existing with local wildlife. The department is responsible for taking charge of abandoned and neglected animals and for enforcing all state and local laws regarding animal welfare. Read More..

The city of San Francisco has links on the official website to local fire, police, and sheriff departments. Citizens needing to report fires, accidents, or other emergency situations will find the phone numbers they need at this site. Read More..

The job of the Human Services department is to promote well being for all citizens of San Francisco. Residents who have suffered and need help with life's basics can turn to Human Services for aid. Read More..

The Department of Public Health works to prevent disease and injury through the education of the public and health care providers. The Department works through the Community Health Network which operates out of 15 major health centers located throughout San Francisco. The department maintains birth and death records, runs community programs, and teaches disease prevention. Read More..

The Mayor's Office of Housing can guide residents through the process of buying their first home in San Francisco. First time buyers should have a plan before they begin. They need to complete a homebuyer education course and contact a counseling agency to help them understand the process. Read More..

The Public Works department is responsible for maintaining and improving the city's infrastructure. Public Works takes requests for graffiti removal, pot hole repair and tree trimming. Read More..

Park Rangers, also known as park police, are employed by the city's Recreation and Park Department. Their job is to visit and respond to calls at the 230 park facilities located throughout the City and County of San Francisco. These facilities include neighborhood parks, golf courses, recreation centers, natural areas and tennis courts. Read More..

The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency operates the municipal railway which moves over 200 million customers per year. The Agency runs the historic cable cars, diesel buses, light rail vehicles, and streetcars. Read More..

The City of San Francisco actively encourages all residents and businesses to participate in their outstanding recycling program. Materials to be recycled can be left in a single container for pick up by the city. Once gathered, the material is taken to a central location where it is sorted by type. Read More..