Administers the services and programs of the City of Lebanon including: permits and licenses, recreation, community and economic development, accounts and finances, engineering, traffic, highway, recycling, building and zoning, shade trees, bureau of police, and public safety.

Carries out administration and operational functions required under numerous health related acts and regulations to maintain and improve the health and well-being of the residents in Lancaster city. Inspects eateries, mobile food trucks, tattoo businesses, and other public facilities to ensure compliance with State health and food safety standards and work with other organizations on initiatives designed to improve the overall health of the community.

Responsible for inspections of rental properties, new businesses, new homes, building, and construction inspections, electrical inspections, all zoning ordinances, and property maintenance in the City of Williamsport. The Bureau of Codes also issues building, electrical, plumbing, event and demolition permits.

The Bureau of Food Safety safeguards public health through rigid supervision of the state's food supply.