Local Government A-Z

Pinellas County Animal Services safeguards public health, public safety and animal welfare. We strive to enhance the quality of life in our community through citizen education, public outreach, and compassionate enforcement and work toward the elimination of neglect and abuse of domestic animals within our jurisdiction.

Building and Development Review Services provides building permits, building inspections and code reference for unincorporated Pinellas County and seven partner communities.

Business Technology Services' mission is to ensure the success of our partners by providing cost effective and innovative technology solutions with the goal of improving the lives of Pinellas County Citizens. Our department exists to provide solutions to real business problems and opportunities through technology in pursuit of customer satisfaction as a "Service Provider of Choice."

Pinellas County Code Enforcement, a division of Building Development and Review Services, is responsible for enforcing codes in the unincorporated areas of our county. Code enforcement is important for the health and safety of our residents, and it helps maintain quality standards and high property values.

Pinellas County Communications works with the Board of County Commissioners, County Administrator and County departments to communicate with residents, media partners and the larger community about the work and services of Pinellas County.

The Contractor Licensing Department manages the business of the Pinellas County Construction Licensing Board. We license contractors to ensure workers in the county have the skills required to perform their work, monitor contractors' liability and workers' compensation insurance to protect citizens and enforce Florida and County statutes and ordinances.

As established in the county charter, the operations of the Pinellas County Government are managed by a county administrator who reports directly to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC). The Pinellas County Administrator is Barry A. Burton.

The County Attorney's Office is responsible for providing legal counsel and representation to all Pinellas County government agencies including: the Board of County Commissioners, the County Administrator,  the Constitutional Officers and all other departments, divisions, regulatory boards and advisory boards of county government in all legal matters relating to their official responsibilities.

Pinellas County's EMS & Fire Administration, a division of Safety and Emergency Services, coordinates the emergency medical and fire needs of more than one million residents and visitors in Pinellas County.

Pinellas County Economic Development supports existing businesses and attracts new employers to Pinellas County.

Pinellas County Emergency Management partners with the whole community to prepare for disasters, plan emergency response and work toward recovery for all of Pinellas County.

Environmental Management, a division of Public Works, is responsible for monitoring and protecting Pinellas County's environmental resources. This division conducts proactive monitoring, responds to citizen inquiries and manages various projects and permits for the protection of our natural and built environmental resources.

A division of the Administrative Services Department, Facilities and Real Property manages real estate and maintenance support for County departments, agencies, and Constitutional Officers.

Financial Services provides the ambulance billing for each Sunstar ambulance transport and handles financial and budgetary needs for all other divisions within the Safety & Emergency Services department.

Our mission is to provide safe, decent, affordable housing for low to moderate income households.  The HFA assists first-time home buyers and also works with local governments, non-profits and other public and private partners to provide funding for affordable multi-family rental housing.

The Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) works to make communities vibrant and livable through the implementation of long-term County policies and strategic initiatives in land use, community redevelopment, transportation, and affordable housing.

The Human Resources Department provides personnel services for over 3,000 County employees. Our mission is to enhance and support the unique missions of our customers by providing expertise and outstanding customer service, promoting health and well-being, and cultivating a diverse, inclusive and engaged workforce.

Human Services strives to protect consumers, connect veterans to benefits and resources, expand justice system supports, reduce homelessness and housing instability, improve access to health and behavioral health resources, fight food instability, support local emergency response, and coordinate with local system partners for program development, service planning and continuous improvement.

Anyone could fall victim to a scam. If you are unable to resolve a problem such as defective products, erroneous bills or non-delivery of goods or services, the dedicated employees of Pinellas County Consumer Protection can help. Consumer Protection is a division of the Human Services Department.

The Pinellas County Office of Human Rights is committed to protecting all residents of Pinellas County from cases of discrimination in the areas of fair housing, employment, public accommodations and government programs and assistance. The office also works to recover wage theft in Pinellas County.

The Office of Justice Coordination provides a high level of research and development expertise, including monitoring and evaluation of present and future justice programs within Pinellas County to ensure that the citizens of Pinellas receive the highest quality justice and public safety services for the resources provided.

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) facilitates and prepares the Pinellas County Strategic Plan, the annual County Operating Budget and the Multi-Year Capital Plan to ensure responsible management of public resources.

The Office of Resilience and Asset Management is made up of three programs: Enterprise Asset Management, Energy and Water Conservation, and Sustainability and Resiliency. These programs work together to promote efficient use of County resources and significantly contribute to the County’s Resilient Pinellas Action Plan.

The Parks & Conservation Resources Department maintains more than 20,000 acres of parks and preserves. Picnic shelters, camping, playgrounds, boat ramps and trails are among the many amenities enjoyed by our residents and visitors. Our mission is to maintain and protect the inherent value of natural, cultural and recreational resources through access, education, and stewardship that enhances quality of life for our community and future generations.

Pinellas County offers educational opportunities through Pinellas County Extension, a partnership with the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences. Extension programs include Green Pinellas, lawn and garden education, marine science and professional certifications.

The Public Works Department manages environmental, stormwater and transportation systems to provide a safe, sustainable and vibrant community for the people of Pinellas County.

Pinellas County Purchasing, a division of the Department of Administrative Services, provides dedicated, efficient and effective professional services to internal and external customers in the procurement of quality products and services with optimal value for the taxpayer.

Regional 9-1-1, a division of Safety & Emergency Services, operates as the single primary public safety answering point (PSAP) for all 911 calls originating in the county.

Safety & Emergency Services provides service to the community through three operational divisions: Regional 9-1-1 Communications, EMS & Fire Administration, and Financial Services. The department is supported by the Support Service division which includes the countywide emergency radio system, information technology, and administrative support.

Manages the Solid Waste Disposal Complex, Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Center, Where Does It Go? Search Tool (how to get rid of an item) and provides tours.

The St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is a 2,000-acre, fully-certified facility with 2 runways where passengers can enjoy non-stop service to destinations around the United States and Canada with value-conscious airlines.

The Sustainability and Resiliency Program, a division of the Office of Resilience and Asset Management, strives to make Pinellas County more sustainable and resilient to current vulnerabilities and future conditions, promote the wise use of resources, and reduce our overall carbon footprint, through internal governmental practices and external community services.

Pinellas County Utilities strives to provide customers with the safest uninterrupted service through planning, assessing, maintaining, and renewing water, wastewater, and reclaimed water systems and providing education and resources. Need help? Visit myaccount.pinellas.gov or call Customer Services at (727) 464-4000.

Pinellas County Veterans Services, a division of Human Services, assists veterans and their families access benefits provided by the State of Florida, the United States Department of Veterans Affairs and other government services.

The official tourism marketing and management organization for Pinellas County, Visit St. Pete/Clearwater works to develop and enhance sustainable tourism for the St. Pete/Clearwater area in the leisure, meetings, sports and film markets.