City of King City, Oregon

What City of King City, Oregon does

King City is an incorporated Oregon municipal government serving approximately 5,184 residents in the Tualatin Valley within Washington County, governed by a Council-Manager structure with a seven-member elected City Council and a Mayor selected from among councilors. The city delivers a comprehensive portfolio of municipal services including police protection, municipal court, building and development services, code enforcement, public works, parks and recreation, land use planning, passport processing, and community services. Its digital service stack is built on the ArcGIS Open Data Hub, the state-mandated Accela e-permitting platform (transitioned October 2024), the Towncloud meeting management system, Xpress Bill Pay for utility and court payments, and a Citizen Problem Reporter system. The organization operates with a lean staff of approximately 16 employees and extends its service capacity through structural regional partnerships with the City of Tigard (water supply), Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue (fire and EMS), Clean Water Services (sewer and storm water), and Washington County (dispatch, animal services, public health, and veteran services).

King City's revenue model is non-commercial, funded through property taxes, business and permit fees, system development charges on new development, intergovernmental transfers, and grant programs (including ARPA). It serves three primary customer segments: residents (municipal services, recreation, public safety), local businesses (licensing, permits, economic development, ARPA grants), and developers/property owners (land use review, building permits, subdivision review). The customer base is entirely local and geographically bounded by city limits, making revenue a direct function of population and development activity within the jurisdiction.

The city is in the middle of a multi-year smart-growth cycle following Metro's 2018 approval of its urban growth concept plan. Active initiatives include the Kingston Terrace Master Plan, Transportation System Plan, and Urban Growth Boundary expansion — all designed to absorb the 66.7% population growth observed between the 2010 and 2020 Census. The recent transition to the Oregon state e-permitting system and the maturation of GIS-based transparency tools signal ongoing modernization of the city's digital infrastructure. King City does not disclose a commercial revenue figure, and operates as a public-sector entity rather than a market-facing business.

Name

City of King City, Oregon

Legal name

City of King City, Oregon

Website

https://ci.king-city.or.us

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

King City, Oregon is an incorporated municipal government serving approximately 5,184 residents in the Tualatin Valley, delivering police, permitting, planning, public works, parks, and community services funded by local taxes and fees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Municipal Government Services

NAICS

Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development (9251), Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development (925), Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support (9211)

akta.pro primary industry

Mayor/City Manager & General Administration (BPAIACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Works & Municipal Infrastructure (Streets, Stormwater, Facilities) (BPAIACAF), City Clerk/Records, Elections & Civic Engagement (BPAIACAB), Municipal Tax & Revenue Administration (Local) (BPAIACAD), Public Works Departments (Streets, Bridges, Stormwater, Fleet, Maintenance) (BPAIALAD)

Keywords

• Municipal government services
• Public safety services
• Land use planning
• Building permits
• Parks and recreation

Headquarters

HQ city

King City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Property Taxes and Municipal Fees: The city generates revenue through property taxes, business licenses, building permits, engineering permits, land use applications, passport fees, and various municipal service fees. Revenue also comes from system development charges (SDC) applied to new development projects.
2. Federal ARPA Funding: American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant program providing financial assistance to eligible employers with eligible workers who performed essential work during COVID-19 pandemic recovery efforts.
3. System Development Charges (SDC): Charges applied to new development projects to fund infrastructure improvements

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The City of King City, Oregon is an incorporated municipal government providing core public services to approximately 5,184 residents. It delivers police protection, municipal court, building and development permitting (via the Oregon state e-permitting system), land use planning, public works, parks and recreation, code enforcement, passport services, business licensing, elections, and community support programs. The city operates under a Council-Manager government and funds itself through property taxes, fees, and intergovernmental revenues.

Product overview

The City of King City, Oregon operates as a municipal government providing comprehensive public services to approximately 5,184 residents. The city's digital presence offers access to core municipal functions including police services, municipal court, building and development services, public works, parks and recreation, land use planning, and community services. The city's permitting system transitioned to the Oregon state e-permitting platform (BuildingPermits.Oregon.gov) in October 2024. Community members can access passport services, business licensing, emergency alerts, public records, and various grant programs through the city's website. The organization is governed by a City Council-Manager structure with a Mayor and seven elected council members.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Police Department Services Law enforcement services for King City residents and visitors, including emergency response (911), non-emergency dispatch, police records, emergency management, and community policing programs.
• Municipal Court Judicial services handling citations, traffic violations, court proceedings, traffic school options, and legal help resources for King City.
• Building & Development Services Development oversight including building permits, code enforcement, land use planning, business licensing, and engineering for right-of-way projects; permits processed through the Oregon state e-permitting system.
• Public Works Infrastructure maintenance including road work, road closures, transportation planning, citizen problem reporting, and utility coordination (water via City of Tigard, sewer via Clean Water Services).
• Parks and Recreation Parks management, trails and pathways, facility reservations, and community events, anchored by the 17-acre King City Community Park at 17470 SW Montague Way.
• Land Use Planning Comprehensive planning including zoning administration, Transportation System Plan updates, Kingston Terrace Master Plan, and urban growth boundary management; reviews development proposals for compliance with city codes.
• Passport Services Passport application processing available at City Hall during dedicated hours (Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-12:00 PM and 1:00 PM-3:00 PM), including document verification and application assistance.
• Business Licenses & Economic Development Business licensing, economic development resources, grants and incentives, business directory, financial advising, and support for businesses operating within King City.
• ARPA Grant Program Federal ARPA grant program providing financial assistance to eligible King City employers with eligible workers for COVID-19 pandemic recovery efforts.
• Elections Services Municipal election coordination including candidate filings, voter registration, ballot processing, and election results; City Hall serves as an official ballot drop-off location.
• Senior Information & Support Services Partnership with Washington County DAVS providing care facility information, Medicare assistance, meal programs, and peer support services for residents aged 60 and older.

Quantifiable outcome

• 66.7% population growth since 2010 Census (5,184 residents per 2020 Census)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• City of TigardcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKing City contracts with the City of Tigard for its clean domestic water supply. This is a critical utility partnership ensuring water service delivery to city residents.
• Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue (TVF&R)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTVF&R provides fire and emergency medical response services. For emergencies, dial 9-1-1. Non-emergencies can be reached at 503-629-0111.
• Clean Water Services (CWS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClean Water Services provides sewer and storm water management services for King City. Contact: 503-681-3600.
• Washington CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for non-emergency dispatch (503-629-0111), animal services through Bonnie L. Hays Small Animal Shelter, veteran services through Disability Aging and Veteran Services (DAVS), and public health coordination.
• Washington County Department of Health & Human ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKing City partners with Washington County for mental health resources. Crisis Line: 503-291-9111. Services include planning, development, delivery, and quality assurance of Mental Health and Addiction services.
• Metropolitan Area Communication Commission (MACC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMACC regulates and administers Comcast and Frontier Cable Franchises in Washington County. TVCTV division provides broadcast coverage of King City Council meetings.
• Clair CompanyminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerThe City contracts with Clair Company for Building Services including permit processing and inspections.
• Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerState agency involved in transportation planning and infrastructure. Contact: 1-888-275-6368.
• Metro (Portland Regional Government)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional government body that approved King City's 2018 concept plan and oversees urban growth boundary decisions. Metro provides land use and transportation planning library resources.
• Washington County Office of Community DevelopmentminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides Housing Rehabilitation program funded by HUD through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), offering low-interest loans and grants for low- and moderate-income homeowners.
• Family Justice Center of Washington CountyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides domestic violence advocacy services. Contact: 503-430-8300. Part of network of culturally-specific resources including IRCO, NAYA, and Slavic Oregon Social Services.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• City of West Linn: Clackamas County suburb with similar population scale, residential character, and master-planned community development approach. Comparable Council-Manager governance.
• City of Durham: Very small Washington County city directly adjacent to King City. Comparable tiny-staff municipal government model with extensive intergovernmental service partnerships (Tigard, TVF&R, etc.).
• City of Tualatin: Neighboring Washington County city serving the Tualatin Valley with similar Council-Manager governance, population scale, and suburban residential character. Direct geographic and demographic peer.
• City of Cornelius: Small Washington County city with rapid population growth, similar small-staff municipal model, and comparable reliance on partnerships (TVF&R, Washington County) for service delivery.
• City of Wilsonville: Clackamas/Washington County city with similar Council-Manager structure, suburban growth profile, and mix of contracted and direct municipal services. Comparable urban growth boundary dynamics.
• City of Sherwood: Small Washington County city (~20K residents) with Council-Manager government, similar smart-growth planning approaches, and comparable service delivery model including contracted police and public works partnerships.
• City of Forest Grove: Washington County city with similar Council-Manager structure, comparable municipal court and police service profile, and overlapping small-city suburban growth dynamics.
• City of Tigard: Adjacent Washington County city that already supplies water to King City under contract. Tigard is a comparable small-to-mid Oregon municipal government delivering similar services (police, public works, permitting, planning) to a larger but similar residential/commercial mix.

Broad incumbents

• City of Beaverton: Larger Washington County city providing a broader regional government support structure. Comparable municipal service categories but at significantly greater scale and with more in-house capacity.
• City of Lake Oswego: Affluent suburban Clackamas County city with similar Council-Manager governance and small-city service profile. Comparable smart-growth and master-planning approach but with much larger budget.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@cityofkingcityoregon838/about
• Facebookfacebook.com/kingcityhall
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/city-of-king-city-oregon

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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