Public Works

1. Road and transport infrastructure maintenance

• Road repairs: Pothole repairs, road resurfacing, pavement marking and bridge maintenance.
• Snow removal and salting: Management of snow removal, salting and sanding of roads in winter to ensure road safety.
• Sidewalk maintenance: Repair and maintenance of sidewalks, including accessibility for people with reduced mobility.
• Road signs and street lighting: Installation, maintenance and repair of road signs, traffic lights and street lighting.

2. Sanitary and stormwater sewer management 

• Wastewater disposal: Management and maintenance of the road sewer systems. 
• Stormwater management: Maintenance of drainage systems and retention basins to prevent flooding.

3. Green spaces and parks management (with the Recreation Department)

• Park maintenance: maintenance of parks, playgrounds, sports fields, paths and public gardens.

5. Construction and maintenance of public buildings (with the Installations team)

• Construction projects: Supervision of construction of new public buildings and renovation of existing structures.

6. Infrastructure planning and management

• Planning of infrastructure projects: Participation in the planning and design of new infrastructure projects to meet the growing needs of the community.
• Construction supervision: Supervision of contractors and construction work to ensure compliance with quality standards and schedules.
• Budget management: Management of infrastructure project budgets and resources to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.

7. Emergency management

• Emergency response: Respond to natural disasters, such as floods, snowstorms or earthquakes, by providing emergency services to repair critical infrastructure.
• Emergency planning: Developing and implementing emergency plans to ensure the continuity of public services in the event of a crisis.

Public works therefore plays a central role in maintaining and improving the infrastructures and services that are essential to the smooth running of our Town.