FY 2023 ADOPTED BUDGET AS OF 9-22-22 - Flipbook - Page 179
FUND: GENERAL - 001
PUBLIC WORKS
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Public Works Department is responsible for
the maintenance and functioning of the City’s
infrastructure and assets for the safety and
quality of life of residents and visitors. On the
General Fund side, the Department handles
the maintenance of City facilities and custodial
vehicles, upkeep of parks and open spaces, and
administration of the cemetery. On the Streets
side, the Department manages public land,
easements, street lighting and control, street
maintenance, construction, tree management,
and landscaping. On the Stormwater side, the
Department handles maintenance of all City
storm and drainage infrastructure including
inlets, swales, ponds, and pipes. And on the
Utility side, the Department handles
administration, drafting, engineering, and
project management in support of Water
& Sewer enterprises.
DEPARTMENT GOALS & OBJECTIVES
In support of the City Strategic Plan Priorities
and Strategies, Safe Community, and Developed
and Functional Infrastructure, Goal #1 is to be
a beautiful, livable city with a vibrant lakefront
identity, and in support of Goal #3, to provide
quality, cost-effective public services, the
Public Works Department will continue to strive
towards high quality and best practices with
regards to the continuing repair, implementation, and maintenance of infrastructure and
assets within the City. The Department will also
remain informed of new and improved
techniques for cost efficiencies and value
regarding
infrastructure-related
labor,
equipment, and supply needs.
City of Eustis, Florida
Adopted Annual Budget
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