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There are many ways that the City of Edwardsville works to serve the community. The following are the departments of the city, including a description of their main functions. If you need information on or assistance with a particular city function or service, these sections of the website should be helpful to you.
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Administration
This department is responsible for overall city operations. Key staff members include the City Clerk and City Administrator.
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Ambulance Service
The Fire Department and Ambulance is responsible for fire prevention and maintenance of ambulance service within the city limits. The Fire Chief also serves as the Emergency Services and Disaster Agency Coordinator.
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Emergency Management Agency
The City of Edwardsville established the City Emergency Services and Disaster Agency (ESDA) to prevent, minimize, repair and alleviate injury or damage resulting from disaster caused by enemy attack, sabotage or other hostile action or from natural or man made disaster.
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Fire Department
The Fire Department and Ambulance is responsible for fire prevention and maintenance of ambulance service within the city limits. The Fire Chief also serves as the Emergency Services and Disaster Agency Coordinator.
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Human Resources
Find current job openings in the city. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the city encourages all eligible applicants to apply.
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Parks & Recreation
Parks and Recreation is responsible for maintenance and programming in the City's nine parks. Key staff members include the Director of Parks and Recreation, Park Maintenance Supervisor, Recreation Supervisor, Program Coordinator, and Assistant Recreation Coordinator.
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Police Department
The Police Department is responsible for policing the city streets and assisting the citizens with safety issues. Responsible for the traditional law enforcement functions of most communities. The department also has several strong programs related to crime prevention including the D.A.R.E. curriculum and highly acclaimed School Resource Officer program.
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Public Library
Check out the history of the Edwardsville Public Library which dedicated in 1906.
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Public Works
The Public Works Department is responsible for the major utilities and infrastructure of the City. Key staff members include the Director of Public Works, City Engineer, Superintendent of Field Operations, Director of Planning and Zoning, and Water and Wastewater Supervisor.
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Economic Development
The Edwardsville region, which includes Madison County, Illinois and all contiguous counties, enjoys a diverse and thriving economy and a lifestyle that continues to attract new growth. To see all the promise this great city holds for your business, just click on the links below or contact us for a one-on-one conversation.
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Finance Department
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Information Technology & Communications