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Administrative Services

The Administrative Services Department consists of the following divisions: Finance, Personnel (HR) and Information Technology.

The Finance Division is responsible for the following functions:

For answers to questions about the Finance Division, read the frequently asked questions.

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Business License

If you own or operate a business in Auburn, you must obtain a business license by filing an application and paying the appropriate fees. Some businesses may require multiple licenses. Download a business license application for general business, contractor/subcontractors, home occupation permit application.

Finance Division staff will determine the type of license required and collect the necessary fees. Residents who operate businesses from their homes are required to apply for a home occupation permit and pay a one time fee of $11.00 in addition to the business license tax.

Business License Tax

The business license tax varies, depending on the type of business. Each type of business falls into a specific category that determines the license tax. For more information pertaining to your business, contact:

Mary Freitas, Sr. Accounting Technician/Licensing-Revenue Technician
(530) 823-4211, ext. 114
mfreitas@auburn.ca.gov

Business Resources

For more information, contact the following organizations:

  • Local business information/membership:
    Auburn Chamber of Commerce
    601 Lincoln Way
    Auburn, CA 95603
    (530) 885-5616
  • Fictitious business names:
    Placer County Clerk's Office
    (800) 488-4308, ext. 7983
  • Federal Employer's ID Number:
    IRS
    (800) 829-1040
  • State Employer's ID Number:
    Employment Development Department
    1-888-745-3886

Dog License

You must purchase a license for any dog over four months of age. Licenses are valid for up to two years, or until the rabies vaccination expires. To obtain or renew a license, you need to present:

  • Proof of current rabies vaccination
  • Proof of neuter/spay (for reduced fee)
  • Payment of license fee

Mail your proof of vaccination and neutering, with your payment, to:

City of Auburn
c/o Finance Division, Room 1
1225 Lincoln Way
Auburn, CA 95603

Or come to the Finance Division office (room 1) in person during regular business hours. If you have any questions about licensing your animal, please call Shari Conley at (530) 823-4211, ext. 113.

License Fees

Non-Altered Altered
1 Year - $12.00
2 Years - $24.00		 1 Year - $6.00
2 Years - $12.00

License Fee Exemptions

With verification of current rabies vaccination, owners of the following dogs are exempt from dog license fees:

  • Seeing eye dogs owned by a blind or partially blind person
  • Any dog certified as a canine companion for independent living and owned by a disabled person
  • Dogs used by law enforcement personnel
  • Any dog owned by a citizen over the age of 65

Contact Information

Finance Division
1225 Lincoln Way, Room 1
Auburn, CA 95603
Phone: (530) 823-4211, ext. 4
Fax: (530) 823-4209

Andy Heath, Administrative Services Director
(530) 823-4211, ext. 110
aheath@auburn.ca.gov

Joanna Belanger, Administrative Manager
(530) 823-4211, ext. 191
jbelanger@auburn.ca.gov

Mary Freitas, Sr. Accounting Technician/Licensing-Revenue Technician
(530) 823-4211, ext. 114
mfreitas@auburn.ca.gov

Shari Conley, Accounting Technician
(530) 823-4211, ext. 113
sconley@auburn.ca.gov