ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of Administrative Services is responsible for a wide range of activities and functions that either directly serve the community or provide support to City.

Activities and functions include:

Budgeting Financial Reporting Business Licensing Investment of Public Funds Accounts Payable Revenue Collection

Sewer & Water Billing City Transit Operations Greyhound Bus Depot Operations Self-Storage Rental Facility City Payroll Services Risk Management

It is our desire to provide services to the public in a manner that is timely, accurate and courteous. Should you have any questions or concerns about the manner in which services are provided, please don’t hesitate to contact the department director or other appropriate staff. We welcome your feedback!

Awards for Excellence

Beginning with fiscal year ending June 30, 1999, the City of Paso Robles has annually received a Certificate of Award for their Comperhensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) from the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers. 

The CAFR is audited by an independent certified public accountant that renders a written opinion as to the accuracy and completeness of the report.  Click here the City’s most recent Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR)

Sale of Surplus Equipment

The City routinely sells surplus equipment; click here to view our current listings on eBay.

Department Organization

Jim Throop, Director of Administrative Services
Jennifer Sorenson, Finance Manager
Lori Barnes, (Assistant to Director)
Martha Cowan, (Payroll, A/R)
Tina Graves, (Utility Billing/Business License)
Karen Gularte, (Accounts Payable)
Ryan Lamb, (Utility Billing)
Thea Rushton, (Utility Billing)
Michael Seden-Hansen, (Transit Coordinator)
Lisa Simpson, (Cashiering/Business License)