Public Works

The Public Works Department serves as the city’s infrastructure backbone, managing tasks vital to residents’ quality of life. From water resource management to street maintenance, it ensures a safe, functional, and attractive environment for all.

Key Responsibilities

Street Maintenance
Manages resurfacing, patching, curbs, signs, and markings.

Drainage and Hygiene
Maintains clean drainage systems through measures including ditch cleaning, street sweeping, sidewalk construction and maintenance, and mosquito control for city sanitation.

Waste Management Oversight
Contracts private firms for garbage collection while maintaining city cleanliness and health.

Freshwater Management
Provides clean water, maintains/replaces meters, and tends to water and sewer lines, and fire hydrants.

Sewer System Maintenance
Prevents sewer overflow, ensuring efficient operation for public health.

Wastewater Treatment
Operates two freshwater and two wastewater plants, vital for ecological balance.

Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance
Maintains city vehicles and equipment for functionality and longevity.