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Looking down on buildings of Philomath
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Crocosmia Flowers in Front of City Hall and Police Department Entrance

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is a Standing Committee of the City Council. It is made up of three members of the City Council.

This committee meets as needed with the Public Works Director.  Responsibilities of the Public Works Committee consist of (but are not limited to) the following:

  • Identify and prioritize projects related to the operation and maintenance of buildings and grounds, streets and parks, and water and sewer
  • Aid in the development of capital improvement plans for the above divisions
  • Identify funding sources for eligible projects
  • Recommend  responses to resolving citizen complaints, suggestions, etc.
  • Report findings and recommendations to the City Council
  • Review and recommend proposals from the Public Works Director

The Public Works Committee also serves as the City’s Tree Advisory Board.