City of Pasadena
Government AdministrationCalifornia, United States1001-5000 Employees
City of Pasadena operates as a municipal government in southern California, using a City Manager form of governance. It serves a diverse, culturally rich community located at the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, roughly 10 miles northeast of Los Angeles. The city is organized into 16 departments responsible for core municipal functions, including City Manager, City Clerk, City Attorney, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, Police, Fire, Public Works, Transportation, Planning, Water & Power, Human Services & Recreation, Public Health, Library, and Housing. It provides a full range of local government services to residents and businesses through these departments, aiming to support safety, infrastructure, planning, utilities, recreation, and public health. Pasadena also maintains a civic profile with cultural institutions, venues, and events that reflect the community’s character, such as parks, museums, and sports facilities. The city council is elected by district and the mayor is elected at large, reflecting its governance structure.