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Administration
The City of Plaquemine is governed under a special charter, which uses a Mayor and Board of Selectmen (also known as council members) form of government.
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City Clerk
The City Clerk's office handles the issuance of city business licenses and permits, and maintains the city's official permanent records and city government meeting minutes, ordinances and resolutions.
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City Court
Plaquemine City Court handles small claims cases up to $2,500, civil suits up to $25,000 and all misdemeanor criminal cases within the limits of City of Plaquemine.
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City Inspector
The City Inspector Department issues building permits, handles inspections of construction, renovation or addition projects, and issues contractor licenses.
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City Light & Water Business Office
The City Light and Water system is comprised of four utility services – electricity, natural gas, water and sewer service.
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City Warehouse / Purchasing
The City Warehouse also serves as the City Purchasing Department.
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Finance
The City Finance Department handles all financial and reporting aspects of city government and the city's operations.
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Fire Department
Fire Department
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Human Resources
The Human Resources Department is responsible for handling all issues related to employee recruitment, separation of employment, benefits administration, salaries, payroll, policies and procedures, time and attendance, workers' compensation and general liability accidents, job performance and employee and labor relations. It is also the first contact with the general public and potential candidates for City of Plaquemine employment.
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Police
The Plaquemine Police Department handles all law enforcement issues within the city limits of Plaquemine.
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Public Works
The City of Plaquemine Public Works Department is responsible for maintenance of the City's public buildings and grounds, sidewalks and roadways, public rights-of-way, and drainage.
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Recreation
Access the Recreation department website for more information on the recreational locations of Plaquemine and the surrounding area.
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Utilities
The Utilities Department handles the infrastructure, maintenance and operation of all city utilities.
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Vehicle Maintenance
The City’s Vehicle Maintenance Department handles routine maintenance of all city vehicles, along with other city equipment, such as backhoes, pumps, compressors and lawnmowers.