The City Hall, governed by the City of Joliet in Illinois, houses human resources, legal, and management and budget departments. The city government s police department focuses on cases concerning alcohol, insurance, and occupant and child restraint violations. The department has technical services, investigations and quality assurance divisions. Its community and economic development department is responsible for administering various ordinances related to new and existing projects within the city. The city government s fire department responds to more than 18,000 calls annually. In addition, the department offers advanced life support and emergency medical services. Its public works department is responsible for developing construction management and engineering plans.