The City of La Grande Public Works Department in La Grande, OR is responsible for maintaining and managing various divisions, including Engineering, Motor Pool, Streets, Water, Wastewater Collection, and Wastewater Treatment. With a team of 30 full-time employees, they ensure compliance with EPA and Division of Health requirements for the water system, as well as DEQ standards for the wastewater collection and treatment facilities. The department also handles sewer and water line construction and maintenance, along with addressing utility issues, public improvements, and municipal projects.
Working closely with other utilities, developers, and property owners, the Public Works Department plays a vital role in maintaining the city's transportation system, including streets, sidewalks, bicycle paths, and storm-sewer systems. They also provide a set of Standard Specifications for construction projects, ensuring uniform procedures for installation and delivery of materials and equipment. Additionally, the department supports various commissions, such as the Air Quality Commission and the Parking-Traffic Safety-Street Maintenance Advisory Commission, to address specific public works-related concerns.
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