Rome Georgia Phone Directory
The Rome phone directory covers contact info for city government offices, police records, and Floyd County court services that handle cases for Rome residents. The city's main line is 706-236-4400 and offices accept requests Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. With a population of about 38,747, Rome is the county seat of Floyd County and home to both city and county government offices. This page lists the key numbers and web links you need.
Rome Quick Facts
Rome Phone Directory for Open Records
Open records requests in Rome follow the Georgia Open Records Act at O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70. This law gives any person the right to inspect and copy public records held by a government agency. You do not have to live in Rome or Floyd County. You do not need to give a reason for your request. The law applies to all city departments.
The city's open records page at romega.us/181/Open-Records explains how to submit a request. Requests are accepted Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. You can file by email, in person at city hall, or by mail. Put your request in writing and describe the records with enough detail so staff can find what you need. Vague requests take longer to process because staff may need to ask follow-up questions before they can begin searching.
After you submit, the city must respond within three business days. They can provide the records, set an expected date for delivery, or explain why the records are exempt. You will receive a notice confirming that your request has been received. This confirmation comes by email if you provided an email address, or by mail if you did not. Hold on to that notice in case you need to follow up.
Rome Police Records Phone Directory
The Rome Police Department handles its own open records requests for law enforcement documents. For police records, contact the department at openrecords@romepolice.com. This is the fastest way to request incident reports, accident reports, or other police documents. You can also call the police department's non-emergency line and ask to be connected to the records division.
Under state law, police agencies must respond within three business days. Records connected to active investigations may be withheld under the exemptions in O.C.G.A. § 50-18-72. Most closed case files and routine reports are public. Accident reports are almost always available once the initial report is filed. If the department denies your request, they must cite the specific exemption that applies and give you the denial in writing.
The police department's email portal creates a paper trail for your request. That makes it easier to track what you asked for and when the department responded. If you need to escalate an issue or file a complaint about a delayed response, having that email chain helps. Keep copies of all your correspondence.
Floyd County Court Phone Directory
Rome is the county seat of Floyd County. The Floyd County Clerk of Superior Court handles civil cases, criminal cases, real estate recordings, and other court filings. The courthouse is in downtown Rome, and you can visit during business hours to search records in person. Staff at the clerk's office can help you look up a case by name or case number. For certified copies, ask about fees when you call.
The Georgia Secretary of State website at sos.ga.gov provides access to statewide business filings, professional licenses, and other state-level records. The screenshot below shows the Secretary of State homepage.
This is a useful resource when you need to verify a business registered in Floyd County or look up a professional license held by someone in Rome. The Secretary of State site covers corporations, LLCs, nonprofits, and trade name registrations across all of Georgia.
For property records and deed searches, the GSCCCA portal at gsccca.org/search covers Floyd County along with every other county in the state. The screenshot below shows the GSCCCA main page.
You can search for deed records, liens, and UCC filings through this free database. Basic name searches are free. The GSCCCA is the best starting point for property-related research in Floyd County. If you need full document images, there may be a small fee depending on the record type.
Rome Phone Directory for City Offices
Rome City Hall is the central point for most city services. Call 706-236-4400 to reach the main switchboard. From there, you can be transferred to the department you need. The city operates on a standard weekday schedule, with most offices open from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Some departments may close for lunch or have slightly different hours, so call ahead if you plan to visit.
Key city departments include the city clerk, public works, code enforcement, finance, and the city manager's office. Each has its own phone line, but the main number is the easiest way to find the right extension. If you are not sure which department handles your issue, the front desk staff can usually point you in the right direction with a quick transfer.
Walk-in visits to city hall are welcome during business hours. Bring a form of ID if you plan to pick up records or make a payment. Payments for fees, fines, and permits are handled at the finance window. The city also accepts payments by mail in some cases, but check with the relevant department first to make sure they can process a mailed payment for what you owe.
How Rome Phone Directory Searches Work
The right contact in Rome depends on what you need. City records go through city hall. Police records go through the police department email at openrecords@romepolice.com. Court and property records go through Floyd County offices. Each level of government handles its own records, and a single request to one office will not pull records from another.
Fees for records in Rome follow state guidelines. The first fifteen minutes of search time cost nothing. After that, fees are based on the hourly pay of the lowest-paid employee who can do the work. Paper copies are about 10 cents per page. Electronic copies sent by email cost less. Ask about fees before work starts so you know what to expect when the records are ready.
Tips for Using Rome Phone Directory
Call early. The best time to reach offices in Rome is right at 8:30 AM when the phones open up. Midday tends to be busiest. If you reach voicemail, leave a short message with your name, number, and what you need. Staff generally call back within one business day.
Always use written requests for open records. A phone call can help you figure out which office to contact, but the formal process under Georgia law starts with a written request. Email works well for this. It gives you a built-in record of when you sent the request and what you asked for. That paper trail matters if there is a dispute about response times or fees.
If the city or county does not respond within three business days, send a polite follow-up. If that does not work, the Georgia Attorney General's office can help enforce the Open Records Act. Most agencies in Rome are responsive, but knowing your options gives you a fallback if something goes sideways.
Nearby Cities
Several cities near Rome have their own phone directory pages with contact info for government offices and public records. If you need to reach an office outside Floyd County, check the pages below.