The Sanitation Division collects residential and commercial
garbage and other refuse on a scheduled basis. This service is performed
for over 15,000 residences and 1,200 businesses. The sanitation
department also provides recycling, bulky item, and brush collection.
The Streets and Maintenance Division is responsible for the
maintenance of 240 miles of city streets and rights of way. The staff
performs a variety of demanding and diverse maintenance services
involving pavement maintenance, snow and ice removal, sidewalk and curb
replacement, street sweeping, litter control, and other functions. They
also repair storm drains, which includes small to major maintenance
projects, and clean storm drainage channels, culverts, grates, and catch
basins.
The Traffic Division provides and maintains traffic control
devices for the safe and orderly movement of vehicles on City streets.
This involves the installation of traffic signs and signals, plus the
maintenance of visible lane markings and crosswalks. Report traffic signal
outages or damage to street signs at (931) 388-8650 during Public Works
business hours, or call (931) 388-2727 after normal business hours.
The Fleet Maintenance Division repairs City vehicles and
equipment and coordinates the use of contract services for fleet
maintenance and repairs. This activity may involve minor to major
repairs. The city garage is responsible for the repair and maintenance
of all City vehicles and equipment including backhoes, loaders, street
sweepers, tractors, and dozers.
Administration organizes, delegates, supervises, and
evaluates all service areas of the department in an effective and
efficient manner. This involves: annual budget preparation, work
planning and scheduling, project supervision, and developing operational
procedures.