The city government has approximately 65 employees and a biennial appropriations budget of $59 million. Mill Creek provides civil services through its departments, including emergency services, parks and recreation, city planning, and public works. Several services are also contracted out to regional agencies and private companies, including water distribution, electricity, and fire protection. The city hall is located at the Huntron Building, which was acquired by the city government in 2008 and is located adjacent to the former city office building.