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Departments A-L
The following is a listing of all the departments of Hamden's Municipal Government. Each department has an individual Department Head, responsible for the oversight of their department. If you are unsure as to whom you need to contact with regard to a specific question or concern, please phone the Constituent Services Center at 203-287-7000 to speak with a staff member.
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Arts & Culture
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Assessor's Office
It is the Assessor's responsibility to establish fair and equitable values for all real estate, taxable personal property, and taxable motor vehicles located within the town.
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Attorney's Office
Learn about the Town Attorney and their duties.
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Building
Get contact information and more from the Hamden Building Department.
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Community Development
The mission of the Office of Housing and Neighborhood Development is to provide critical financial, informational, and support resources to low and moderate income Hamden residents seeking to improve their access to homeownership opportunities.
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Community Services
The Department of Community Services enhances the quality of life of all Hamden residents by providing educational, recreational, and social services through coordinated or direct services.
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Economic Development
Hamden has a strong Economic and Community Development Department that values the importance of workforce development, including job training grant incentives for business owners.
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Elderly Services
The Elderly Services Department functions as the central resource center for information on programs, activities and services for elderly residents 60 years of age and older.
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Engineering
The division staff designs and oversees construction of various types of improvements in the community.
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Finance
The Finance Department is responsible for the administration of the financial affairs of the Town.
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Fire Department
The Fire Department works to save lives and protect property through prevention, preparedness, education and response.
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Hamden Youth Services (HYS)
The mission of the Hamden Youth Services Bureau is to create and foster opportunities for all Hamden youth and their families to learn and grow in positive ways.
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Legislative Council
The Legislative Council is a town-elected position which occurs every two years in the odd years cycle.
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Library
Visit the Hamden Public Library website.