Bristol CT Phone Directory
The Bristol phone directory covers city government offices, courts, and public agencies that serve this Hartford County city of about 62,195 people. Bristol City Hall at 111 North Main Street is the main location for local government services. This phone directory helps you find the right number for city departments, public safety, health and building offices, and state agencies that work in the Bristol area. Connecticut cities and towns manage their own services, so Bristol runs its own local phone directory through its city government.
Bristol Phone Directory Quick Facts
Bristol City Hall Phone Numbers
Bristol City Hall is at 111 North Main Street. The main phone number is (860) 584-6000. This gets you to the front desk where staff can direct your call. City Hall is open weekdays during normal business hours and is closed on state holidays. You can walk in during open hours, but calling first can save a trip if you just need a quick answer or want to check if a department is available.
The Mayor's office number is (860) 584-6001. Bristol uses a mayor-council form of government. The mayor oversees daily operations and city staff. If you have a general question about Bristol city services and are not sure who to call, the mayor's office can steer you to the right department. The Bristol city website lists all department contacts and is a solid source for the full Bristol phone directory.
The Bristol City Clerk takes calls at (860) 584-6200. This office handles vital records like birth and death certificates, marriage licenses, property records, and public document requests. Under CGS §7-109, the city clerk is the official record keeper for Bristol. Most records kept by the clerk are public and available on request. You can call ahead to ask about specific records, fees, and how to pick up copies.
Bristol Public Safety Phone Contacts
The Bristol Police Department non-emergency number is (860) 584-3011. Call this for general inquiries, records requests, and non-urgent reports. For emergencies, always dial 911. The police records division at Bristol PD handles requests for accident reports and incident information. Most police records are public under CGS §1-210, though some may be sealed or restricted if tied to open cases.
Bristol Fire Department is at (860) 584-7960. This is the administrative line for fire prevention, permits, and inspection questions. Do not call this number for fire emergencies. Use 911 instead. The fire department runs several stations in Bristol and handles fire safety inspections for businesses and public buildings.
Note: Bristol Police non-emergency calls after hours may route to a dispatcher who can take your message for daytime follow-up.
Bristol Health and Tax Office Numbers
The Bristol Health Department phone number is (860) 584-7687. This office covers food safety, restaurant permits, environmental health, and community health programs. If you need a health inspection or have concerns about sanitary conditions at a business in Bristol, this is the number to call. The health department also works with the state Department of Public Health on certain matters.
The Bristol Tax Collector is at (860) 584-6092. This office handles property tax payments, tax bills, and questions about assessments. If you need to check the status of a tax payment or find out what you owe on a Bristol property, the tax office can pull that up by phone. They also process motor vehicle tax payments and handle delinquent tax accounts. Payment schedules and due dates are on the Bristol city website, but calling is the fastest way to get a specific answer.
The Bristol phone directory for these offices is kept current on the city website. Staff changes sometimes mean phone numbers shift, so the online directory tends to be the most accurate source for reaching the right person.
Court Phone Numbers for Bristol
Bristol is in the Hartford Judicial District. Court cases for Bristol residents go through the Superior Court in Hartford or the Bristol Geographic Area Court, depending on the type of case. The Connecticut Judicial Branch runs all state courts and keeps a phone directory on its site. You can look up Bristol cases through the case lookup tool. It is free and open to everyone.
Under CGS §1-200, court records in Connecticut are public. You can search for filings, docket entries, and case results without paying a fee. If you need certified copies, the court clerk office can tell you the cost and how to get them. The Bristol phone directory for court contacts runs through the judicial branch, not through city government. The city has no role in court operations.
Bristol State Agency Contacts
State agencies that serve Bristol include departments for business, licensing, and public records. The Connecticut state portal is the main hub for finding state phone numbers. The Secretary of the State handles business filings and entity searches for Bristol businesses. The eLicense lookup tool lets you check on professional licenses in the Bristol area.
If you run into trouble getting public records from a Bristol office, the Freedom of Information Commission can help. CGS §1-210 requires agencies to respond within four business days. The FOI Commission takes complaints and can order an agency to release records if they are being held back without good reason. This applies to phone directories and staff listings, same as any other public document.
The Connecticut State Library public records page is another useful tool. It has archived contact lists and directories that cover Bristol government offices from past years.
Note: Bristol state agency contacts may shift when offices reorganize, so check the state portal for the latest numbers.
Searching Bristol Phone Listings
The Bristol city website is the go-to spot for current phone numbers. It has department pages, staff lists, and contact forms. If you can't find a specific number there, call the main City Hall line at (860) 584-6000 and ask to be connected.
Here is a look at the Bristol city website where you can find phone directory contacts.
The Bristol city homepage links to all departments, meeting schedules, and online services. The phone directory for each office is listed on its department page.
Bristol uses the 860 area code for most local government numbers. Some state offices may also use 959. When you search the Bristol phone directory, expect to see both codes depending on whether the office is city or state.
Bristol County Information
Bristol is part of Hartford County. Connecticut abolished county government in 1960, but the county name still applies to courts and planning regions. The Hartford County phone directory on this site links to all towns and cities in the county.
The Capitol Region Council of Governments handles planning for the Bristol area and the broader Hartford County region. They coordinate transit, shared services, and regional projects. Their phone contacts can be useful if you need to reach an office that works across town lines.
Nearby City Phone Directories
These cities near Bristol have phone directory pages on this site. Some share courts or regional services with Bristol.
Southington and Farmington are also close to Bristol but have smaller populations. Each of these communities runs its own city or town government with separate phone contacts.