Department Director
Overview
The Public Works Department provides for the operation and maintenance of the City's infrastructure systems. The Public Works Department consists of multiple divisions which include Water & Sewer, Streets, Wastewater Reclamation, Snow removal, Storm Water, and Public Works Administration. Twenty-seven fulltime employees and one part-time employee provide the department's service delivery in order to reach the mission of operating and maintaining the infrastructure systems in the most fiscally responsible fashion, while protecting public safety and maximizing customer satisfaction.
What's New
- Spring Hydrant Flushing — 5/5/2008
- Watermains in Faribault will be flushed the week of May 6 - May 9, 2008 on four separate nights, weather permitting.
Watermains are routinely flushed to clean the distribution system. Residents are advised to avoid or limit water usage during the flushing period and check for discoloration prior to using water for laundry purposes. If discoloration exists, residents should run the cold water tap until it becomes clear. All flushing will be done between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.
- Municipal Water Restrictions — 5/5/2008
- Water restrictions are in effect starting May 1st through September 30th. Please open the attachment for details. Thank you for your cooperation.
- Compost Site — 4/21/2008
- The Faribault Compost Site located at 214 N.E. 14th Street opens Monday, April 21, at 1:00 p.m.
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Annual Report
- 2007 Public Works Annual Report — 4/1/2008
- 2007 Annual Report for the Faribault Public Works department.
Tom Drake — Public Works Director