Overview Of The Department

The Department of Public Works has exclusive charge and supervision of the design, construction, repair, maintenance and cleaning of all streets and bridges under the jurisdiction of the county. It has charge and supervision of the design and construction of county buildings, parks and grounds, drains and drainage structures, and of such sewers, sewage disposal plants, water system and other structures in the nature of Public Works as the county may construct.

The Commissioner and his staff, assisted by support personnel, initiate plans, formulate policy and procedures, provide overall direction, coordinate operations and furnish a variety of support services to a department consisting of over 800 employees working within three (3) subdivisions identified as: Administration, Engineering, and Operations.