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Public Works Department
The Public Works Department works with City staff, elected officials and the public in planning, developing, constructing and maintaining the Streets and Airport public infrastructure.
Please select one of the following categories to learn more about what services the Public Works Department provides.
Public Works Department - Divisons & Units
The Engineering Division is responsible for the master planning of public works infrastructure, such as, water, wastewater, and storm drainage. These master plans are implemented through the five-year Capital Improvement Plan that is coordinated through this division. This division also assures compliance with City standards and code requirements for off-site construction.
The Transportation & Operations Division oversees City Streets, Traffic Engineering, Transit, Street Sweeping, and the municipal Airport.
The Streets Division provides for the care, repair, and maintenance of all City-owned streets (775 centerline miles), alleys (129 miles), curbs, gutters, sidewalks (1,142 miles), drainage structures (which include catch basins, scuppers and retention basins) and rights-of-way maintenance.
Traffic Engineering is responsible for the planning, design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the traffic control system and lighting for all City streets. The traffic control system is comprised of 185 traffic signals, approximately 30,000 traffic regulatory and warning signs, street name and guide signs, and markings for crosswalks, lane lines and railroad crossings. This section also maintains 24,200 street lights.
The staff of the Transit Services Division is responsible for formulating policies, design standards, and plans for the City's mass transit services, biking and pedestrian facilities. The Transit Office coordinates and manages all transit service contracts, plans and oversees construction of transit and bicycle facilities, and ensures compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and with the Maricopa County Trip Reduction Ordinance.
Chandler’s Street Sweeping Division is responsible for sweeping the 743-centerline miles of City-owned residential and arterial roadways. This activity also provides clean up when there is a spill in the roadway, a traffic accident, or a special event, such as a parade or a festival.
The staff of the Chandler Municipal Airport oversees the daily management of airport operations includes the coordination of airport construction projects, negotiating airport leases, interfacing with the Federal Aviation Administration, and working with fixed base operators on airport concerns.
Public Works Department Administration
215 E. Buffalo St., Suite 201
480-782-3400 |