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 received the Certificate of Award for Outstanding Financial Reporting 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.  View the City’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR)

Department Organization

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