Pontiac, MI city services
Pontiac city services are listed here in one place: 8 departments and offices, from city hall and water billing to trash, permits, police non-emergency and the library. Each entry has its verified phone number, opening hours and a link to the official page to pay a bill, apply for a permit or report a problem.
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City hall & administration
- City hallCity HallCity Hall is the administration building for the government of the City of Pontiac, housing various offices including the Mayor, City Council, City Clerk, Community Development, Public Works, and Finance Department. It is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with some offices having different hours, and also hosts public meetings after regular hours.(248) 758-3000
- ClerkGarland DoyleThe City Clerk's office serves as a primary point of contact for the public and is the official keeper of the City of Pontiac's records. The City Clerk is responsible for Council agendas and minutes, ordinances and resolutions, issuing liquor licenses, and administering all elections.(248) 758-3200
Bills, taxes, permits & parking
- TreasurerTreasurer's OfficeThe City of Pontiac Treasurer’s Office is responsible for the management, protection, and stewardship of the City’s financial resources. It handles the secure collection, investment, and distribution of public funds, including the collection, distribution, and reconciliation of property taxes and administration of income tax payments.(248) 758-3062
- Water & sewer billingFinanceThe city offers an option to pay bills online through its Finance department. There is also a "Boil Water Advisory" notice for specific addresses due to water system maintenance.(248) 758-3000
- Building & permitsBuilding Safety DivisionThe City of Pontiac provides building forms, fees, and permits through its Building Safety Division. These include forms for building permits, business licenses, electrical permits, and mechanical permits.(248) 758-3000
Trash, recycling & streets
Library, parks & community
Voting & elections
Oakland County services for Pontiac residents
Courts, the sheriff, deeds, marriage licences, health services and more are handled at county level.
Oakland County servicesInformation from pontiac.mi.us, checked October 5, 2026. This is an independent local guide, not the official City of Pontiac site — for official business use pontiac.mi.us.