Information services is a part of the Garden city s administrative department that manages budget and financial processes. The department specializes in purchasing and warehousing and risk management. It is governed by the city of Garland, which operates through administrative departments that handle budget, fleet, human resources and purchasing tasks. The city s community services department covers the health department that offers animal and housing services and provides assistance with code compliance. It also offers a variety of building inspection, planning, engineering, transportation and streets and stormwater management services. Additionally, the City of Garland s services include fire and emergency management and solid waste recycling.