Public Works/Water Department (DPW)

The function of the Department of Public Works is to maintain and service the city’s infrastructure systems. To service and maintain city-owned buildings and grounds, collection of garbage, refuse and recycling. Treat and deliver potable drinking water. Schedule and maintain City Dial-A-Bus system.

Jack Farr is currently in charge of the Department of Public Works, Water Department and the City Dial-A-Bus System. Duties include preparation of an annual budget,  planning, scheduling and overseeing work related to, municipal buildings and  grounds, roads, streets, sidewalks, street lighting,   traffic signals, storm drainage, sanitary sewer, vehicle maintenance, solid waste inclusive of garbage, recycling and composting. City reservoirs, watershed, dams, spillways, water treatment facility, pumping stations, water distribution system inclusive of water mains, valves, services and hydrants also come under his supervision.