Street || Building Commissioner || Sanitation ||

Engineering || Sewer Lateral Program || Recycling Depository ||

Yard Waste || Public Works History || Performance Measures ||

Safety & Traffic Regulations For Contractors ||

Code Enforcement Complaints ||

The Public Works Department is comprised of six divisions, each of which is highlighted below along with the services provided. Each division has its own operating budget.

Building Commissioner
Property Maintenance
Building Permits

Engineering/Planning
Planning & Zoning
Environmental Services
Construction Management

Sanitation
Refuse Collection
Recycling Depository

Street
Street Repairs/Maintenance
Signs and Traffic Control
Public Grounds Maintenance

The Public Works Department is committed to building a strong future for the citizens of Kirkwood. The department's established principles are: environmental awareness, commitment to quality, and outstanding service. All divisions are committed to these basic principles.

The Public Works Department implements the Capital Improvement Program, planning and overseeing the construction of streets and rebuilding infrastructure (bridges and concrete street replacement). The Street Division maintains the street system through a comprehensive street and bridge maintenance program.

The Public Works Department seeks to preserve the spirit of the community, maintain the City's residential heritage, and improve the quality of life for Kirkwood's citizens through:

• Re-occupancy and Property Maintenance Inspections

• Responsible Planning and Zoning

• Street sign maintenance

• Environmental stewardship

• Improvement and maintenance of the street system

• Leadership role in recycling and waste reduction

The Public Works Department works closely with Kirkwood citizens, citizen groups, and volunteer boards and commissions (Planning and Zoning, Board of Adjustment, Architectural Review Board, and Board of Building Appeals) to ensure quality development compatible with the City's heritage and appropriate to its image.