Newcastle
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Newcastle

Place

Territory

GEOID
5348645
OCD-ID
ocd-division/country:us/state:wa/place:newcastle
POP
13,128 (2025)
CENTER
47.5304, -122.1633
SOURCE
census tiger

Government of Newcastle

Bodies, seats, agencies and services that belong to Newcastle itself.

Organization 7

Departments

  • The City Clerk supports the Mayor and City Council, prepares agendas and minutes, keeps official city records, publishes public notices, and provides access to public records.

  • City Council Legislative

    The seven-member elected Newcastle City Council sets the City's plans and policies during open public meetings at City Hall.

  • The City Manager serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the City of Newcastle, overseeing day-to-day operations and implementing policies set by the City Council.

  • The Community Development Department (Building and Planning divisions) reviews permits and land use applications, inspects construction, and guides the City's long-term growth.

  • The Finance Department manages the City's financial records, budgeting, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, investments, and business licenses and registrations.

  • Human Resources recruits staff, supports City of Newcastle employees throughout their careers, and handles hiring accommodations.

  • Public Works Public Works

    The Public Works Department builds and maintains the City's infrastructure, including roads, parks and trails, stormwater systems, and municipal buildings (Engineering, Operations & Maintenance, Parks & Trails, Surface Water Management).

Services 8

  • Current Openings Human Resources
  • Filing a Claim for Damages City Clerk
  • Maps & Data Community Development
  • Permit Center Community Development
  • Picnic Shelter Rentals Public Works
  • Public Records Request City Clerk
  • Report an Issue (SeeClickFix) Public Works
  • Schedule a Virtual Appointment Community Development