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STREET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT

MISSION STATEMENT:

The mission of the Street Maintenance Department is to sustain and optimize the structural life of City
streets, sidewalks, traffic control devices, street lights and pavement markings in the most cost effective
manner and to promote safe and efficient traffic and pedestrian flow.

Department at a Glance

The Street Maintenance Department includes the nineteen staff including the Assistant Public Works
Director, Traffic Control Supervisor, Administrative Assistant, Traffic Signal Supervisor and fourteen
staff positions. One additional tradesperson position was moved from the Engineering Department in FY
2018-2019. Overall, the Street Maintenance budget increased 50.98% in FY 2018-2019 due to the
addition of one tradesperson, consolidating the Traffic Department into the Street Department, and
providing an additional $200,000 in contract services to maintain existing streets.

Key Goals and Objectives

Goal 1
Improve the effectiveness of services provided by the Street Department.

Objectives:
• Cross train staff on the pavement management system and other skill sets.
• Monitor the traffic management center on a routine schedule and set up alerts for problem areas
when the center is not manned.
• Empower staff to proactively create work orders.

Goal 2
Invest in staff development and morale of the department.

Objectives:
• Establish activities that promote “Team” spirit and a higher standard of excellence.
• Encourage continuous education and training.
• Provide recognition for the non-management top performers.

Goal 3
Introduce preventative maintenance technology and programs that target not only aging infrastructure but
also newer infrastructure and national standards.

Objectives:
• Utilize Cooperative Purchasing Agreements to access contractors that specialize in the latest
methods and materials.
• Meet with vendors and adjacent jurisdictions/organizations to discuss best practices and
techniques.
• Utilize the pavement management, traffic management and school zone systems to monitor and
maintain all impacted infrastructure.

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