The City was later incorporated in 1979. It is led by an elected five member council, with one council member (elected by the members themselves) serving as mayor on a rotational basis. The city’s day-to-day operations are managed by a City Manager. The City is an innovative and entrepreneurial organization. Seven departments make up the City’s Administration - City Manager, Administrative Services, Community Development, Community Services, Public Works, Fire and Police - each working together to provide legendary customer service to the public. Helping to shape the community, Atascadero also has a Planning Commission and a Parks and Recreation Commission. Both meet monthly and help to guide growth and development.