The City of Alliance was founded in the year 1850. The function and purpose of the City of Alliance is to provide governmental services such as fire and police protection, water and sewer services, street maintenance and repair, parks and recreation, zoning and building functions, health services and all the other services which contribute to the health, safety and well-being of our citizens.

In order to fulfill this responsibility it is imperative that all of these services be performed in the most efficient manner possible so as to maximize the financial and personnel resources available.