The Department of Public Works provides direct tangible services to the public as well as support services to other departments. The department consists of several primary divisions:
Permits / authorizations for mailboxes, entrances, utilities, oversized loads, and other right of way accommodations along county roads
Maintenance of designated county roads - patching, mowing, surfacing, and snow / ice removal
Construction of county road and bridge projects
Operation of the county landfill and recycling programs
Connection permits and operation of rural sewer districts
Road records / right of way files
Survey records
Noxious weed management and herbicide sales
Maintenance of county facilities
Township guidance and support
Special Notices
Permits / permission are required for mailboxes, entrance / driveway construction, and utility construction - contact the Public Works Office at (316) 322-4101