The Town of Chapel Hill brings responsive and well-managed local government
service to about 51,000 residents. The vision for our community is shaped by
policies set by the Mayor and Town Council, and delivered by more than 600
employees who work to ensure that citizens live in a safe and sustainable
community that is served by an open, effective and accountable government.
Service information on our web site refers you to the appropriate department
that handles that area. The Town provides services in areas that include fire
and police protection, finance, planning, public works, inspections,
engineering, transportation, library, parks and recreation, and housing.
The Guide to Chapel Hill Town Services is
available on the web as a pdf file. To receive a copy by mail, contact the Communications
and Public Affairs Department at
or call (919) 968-2743.
We are proud of the high level of service that we bring to our citizens. In
Chapel Hill, buses are free; trees are protected by ordinance; walkers and
cyclists abound on greenways that connect neighborhoods to commercial destinations;
and local government benefits from informed citizen participation.
