City of Madera
City Services

City Services Overview

It takes many moving parts working together to make a city function well. The City of Madera offers many resources to its residents, including parks, public works, public safety, and more.

Parks and Community Services

  • Senior Centers: Offer midday meals, exercise classes, computer classes, and more. Learn more
  • Volunteer Opportunities: Help clean, maintain, and improve parks. Volunteer
  • Community Engagement: Join the Madera Citizens Academy to learn about local government. Join the Academy

Public Works

  • Infrastructure: Maintains and operates water, sewer, and storm drainage systems.
  • Street Maintenance: Cleans streets, maintains street lights, and sets traffic signals.

Learn more about Public Works

Public Safety

  • Police and Fire Departments: Provide 24/7 services, including neighborhood watch and 9-1-1. Learn more
  • Neighborhood Watch: A program where neighbors report suspicious activity to help fight crime. Get Involved
  • National Night Out: An annual event that promotes crime awareness and neighborhood safety. Find Out More

Grants and Assistance Programs

Learn more about Grants

Building Permits

  • Building Department: Accepts digital plans and supplementary documents along with permit applications.

Learn more about Building Permits

Code Enforcement

  • Planning Department: Can be contacted for more information on sign permits.

Learn more about Code Enforcement