2025-2029 Surrey Financial Plan

DEPARTMENTAL OVERVIEW LEGAL, BYLAW & RISK SERVICES

MISSION STATEMENT To support the City’s programs, initiatives, and values by providing a range of services relating to legal matters, bylaw enforcement, and risk management. KEY PROGRAMS AND SERVICES Legal, Bylaw and Risk Services delivers key services to support the overall functioning of the City. It provides legal services to the City; bylaw enforcement services for the benefit of the community; and manages risk for the safe and efficient operation of the City. LEGAL SERVICES Legal Services is responsible for providing legal services to City Council and all of the City’s departments. The City’s solicitors serve as court counsel, provide legal advice and render legal opinions on a wide variety of matters along with drafting and reviewing all forms of legal and legislative documentation associated with the business of the City. BYLAW SERVICES Bylaw Services is responsible for the enforcement of the City's regulatory bylaws, the issuance of business licenses, animal control functions, operation of the Surrey Animal Resource Centre (“SARC”) and parking enforcement. With a proactive approach, enforcement staff focus on working with property owners, local businesses and the community at large to ensure compliance with our Bylaws. RISK MANAGEMENT Risk Management provides consulting services to City departments on how to identify, plan for, and manage risks in their daily business. They provide service and expertise in the areas of risk identification and treatment, insurance, claims, litigation, and loss control. By incorporating effective Risk Management practices, the City can become more resilient to adverse events and reduce the overall cost of risk.

City of Surrey | 2025—2029 Financial Plan | General Operating Fund | Legal, Bylaw & Risk Services

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