Overview

Wayne County administers local government services for residents and businesses in southeastern Michigan, including Detroit and surrounding communities. Its public services range from road maintenance and air quality programs to property taxes, permits and vital records. The county's Criminal Justice Center brings criminal courts and adult and juvenile detention together with offices for the sheriff, prosecutor and clerk. An elected county executive and county commission lead the government alongside separately elected officials responsible for functions such as tax collection and land records. Established in 1796, Wayne County is headquartered in Detroit, Michigan.