Incorporated in 1888, the City of Oceanside is a municipal corporation compromised of a five-member elected City Council serving as the legislative body of the corporation. The Mayor and City Councilmembers serve the voters and make decisions on issues and policies relating to general City operations. The City Council also serves as the Small Craft Harbor District Board of Directors, the Community Development Commission (CDC), and the Oceanside Public Financing Authority. In 2018, the City celebrated its 130th anniversary and is the 3rd oldest city in San Diego County. The following describe some of the City's key departments, as well as links and more information on City staff and local and state governments.
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Economic Development’s mission is to ensure the financial stability of the City by assisting users, developers, and brokers with business relocation, business expansion and improvements that create new employment opportunities and increased investment in the City and market Oceanside as a regional visitor’s destination. Oceanside has a dynamic and robust business climate.
Manufacturing, distribution, tourism and agriculture remain the region's top industries, but in recent years, Oceanside has become home to biotech industries that are among the area's fastest growing business sectors. |
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The Harbor and Beaches Division provides quality public facilities and services to Oceanside residents and visitors alike in the harbor, beach and pier areas. The division is committed to the highest level of service in the coastal area focusing resources and management to enhance the facilities and to serve the diverse array of users.
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The Parks and Recreation Division offers a wide variety of programs and services for people of all ages through the division’s service areas including Youth Development, Sports and Athletics, Leisure Services, Aquatics, Senior Services, Special Events, and Cultural Arts.
The City of Oceanside is committed to providing the highest quality of service to its residents. Operating and maintaining close to 40 community attractions from public pools, beaches, parks and community centers, the City of Oceanside works hard every day to maintain the high level of service. |
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The Library Department provides municipal library services at six library outlets:
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The Oceanside Fire Department’s eight firehouses provide a presence in every neighborhood throughout the 41 square miles of the City of Oceanside. The lives of over 170,000 residents and visitors are protected 24 hours a day, 365 days a year by over 100 sworn personnel. An additional staff of approximately 30 provides support with the goal of efficiently and effectively serving the community.
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The Oceanside Police Department is here to ensure the safety and security of all people in the City of Oceanside by providing responsive and professional police service with compassion and concern. Their purpose is to work with the community to build trust and provide quality service that actively prevents crime, reduces the fear of crime and promotes safety. Their motto, “Service With Pride”, speaks to their focus on quality customer service and efficient service. They are committed to public safety and implementing innovative crime-prevention techniques to ensure a safe and healthy community. Their proven success is evident in the continuing decline of the City’s crime rate, which hit a 30-year low in 2007, and in the positive customer satisfaction survey results.
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OCEANSIDE CITY STAFF
City Manager
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CITY CLERK
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City Treasurer
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Oceanside City Council
The Oceanside City Councils mission is, "to represent the citizens of Oceanside, make policy decisions, exercise fiscal responsibility and authority, serve the best interests of all citizens, and ensure that Oceanside is a desirable place to live, work, do business, and to visit."
MAYOR
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DEPUTY MAYOR - DISTRICT 3
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COUNCILMEMBER DISTRICT 1
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State Government
County Supervisor, 5th District
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State Assembly 76th District
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State Senator
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