Storm water drainage in city limits is nearly always the responsibility of city government although there is seldom a user charge for this service. Trash Services . Property Taxes . As mentioned above, the county collector collects most property taxes. Fire Protection .
Many cities have their own fire department.
It may be staffed with paid fire professionals, volunteers, or both. Other cities rely upon fire protection districts or volunteer fire-fighters for their fire protection. Parks and Recreation . Cities often provide their citizens city parks, playgrounds, ball fields, swimming pools or other recreational facilities as well as organized recreational programs. Health Services .