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May 21 - 27, 2006
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| U.S. Congress |
NPWW On The Hill |
State of Washington |
| State of Mississippi |
Olivehain Municipal Water District,
Encinitas, CA |
City of Dublin, Ohio |
| City of Gainesville, Florida |
Allegheny County, Pennsylvania |
Southern California |
| City of Seattle, Washington |
State of Texas |
Economy Borough, Pennsylvania |
| City of Havelock, North Carolina |
City of Dunedin, Florida |
State of Wisconsin |
| State of Virginia |
State of Tennessee |
State of Oklahoma |
| State of Ohio |
State of New York |
State of Nevada |
| State of Missouri |
State of Minnesota |
State of Kentucky |
| State of Illinois |
State of Georgia |
State of Delaware |
| State of Arizona |
State of Alabama |
State of West Virginia |
| City of Tamarac, Florida |
City of Regina, Saskatchewan |
City of Gardner, Kansas |
| State of New Hampshire |
State of Connecticut |
City of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada |
| State of Pennsylvania |
City of Victorville, California |
El Paso County Department of Transportation |
| City of Santa Barbara, California |
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Pictures, Proclamations and Detailed Descriptions:
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Senate Resolution 475: National Public Works Week Proclamation
House Resolution 837: National Public Works Week Proclamation
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National Public Works Week Proclamation
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At its May 15, 2006 meeting City Council proclaimed May 21 through 27 National Public Works Week. A column explaining
the roles of Public Service employees appeared in a local newspaper on May 17. The City also produced a poster featuring
many of our employees and using the theme "Public Works: The Heart of Every Community." The posters were displayed in
City buildings. A reception for employees was held May 22 at which employees received recognition plaques for 5 years,
10 years, and 15 years of service.
National Public Works Week Poster
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Public Works Expo
This event featured fun activities for the whole family. "A Walk Through Public Works" familiarized citizens
with the benefits of projects and the involvement of public works staff at each step of the Depot Park Stormwater
Facility project. Information was available on refuse collection and recycling services, transportation services,
traffic engineering, mosquito control, and stormwater management. Children enjoyed the hands-on activities.
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Pittsburgh Mayor Bob O'Connor and Allegheny County Chief Executive Dan Onorato presented Western Pennsylvania Chapter
President Earl Fitzgerald with proclamations declaring National Public Works Week in the City of Pittsburgh and
County of Allegheny, Pennsylvania.
Front Row Center (left to right): Mayor Bob O'Connor, Western PA APWA President Earl Fitzgerald, County Chief Executive Dan Onorato.
Back Row (left to right): Western PA APWA Board Members Don Berman, Ron Merriman, Cathy Trexler, Dennis Geary, Steve Tatrai, Allegheny County Public Works Director Tom Donatelli, Allegheny County Public Works Deputy Director Joe Olczak, and Pittsburgh Public Works Administrator Bennett Carlise.
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The City of Palmdale Department of Public Works has created our own western theme this year for Public Works Week
based on our new Dry Town Water Park. We had planned events for the week: Monday was our annual softball tournament against
Los Angeles County (all City employees & family members were encouraged to attend). Tuesday was our annual "Bean Burn and
Backhoe Rodeo" at the maintenance center-all City employees were encouraged to attend the BBQ and try out the backhoe games.
Wednesday afternoon was the annual Golf Tournament- all interested City employees were encouraged to attend. Thursday was the
Public Works picnic at the Dry Town Water Park. Friday was bowling night for all City employees. We had a great week!
Southern California Chapter News Release
City of Palmdale Flyer
City of Palmdale Softball Flyer
City of Palmdale Bean Burn & Backhoe Rodeo Flyer
City of Palmdale Golf Tournament Flyer
City of Palmdale Picnic Flyer
City of Palmdale Bowling Flyer
Orange County Open House Flyer
Southern California Chapter Summary News Release
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During National Public Works Week (May 22-27), SPU honored the dedication and
skills of our field employees for the outstanding work they do on a daily basis
providing essential services to the community. This is the first year the City
of Seattle has participated in National Public Works Week, an annual recognition
event that will continue in the future.
News Release
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The Economy Borough Road Department celebrated National Public Works Week by having children from the Art Clubs
from Economy Elementary School and Baden Economy Jr. High School paint trash cans for the parks with a 'Do Not Litter" theme.
We then traveled to the Economy Elementary School for a "Heavy Equipment Show and Tell Program". Earl Fitzgerald, department
supervisor and President of the Western PA Chapter APWA, gave the children a short safety presentation on work zone safety.
One grade at a time, a volunteer was picked and given a hard hat, safety vest and Stop and Slow paddle. The children were then
shown Work Area Ahead signs and asked if they new what they were for. Approximately 425 students, grades K-4, were very
attentive and responded with youthful enthusiasm. By the end, with the help of our miniature Flaggers they all new to tell
their parents to drive slow thru Work Zones. We then led the children outside where our Road Grader, Front End Loader,
Backhoe/Loader, Street Sweeper and Peterbilt truck awaited them. An employee was posted with each piece of equipment.
They each gave a short description of the piece of equipment they were posted by and what they are used for. I think the
Road employees had as much fun as the children.
"Thank you children for brightening our day."
- The Economy Borough Road Department
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We started with a proclamation Presented from our Mayor Bob Hackworth to Doug Hutchens our Public Works Director. We
had a banner made and hung it in our downtown district. We also had a cook out at out Streets div facility.
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The City of Hamilton (Ontario, Canada) celebrated National Public Works Week, with a week-long celebration hosted
by the Public Works Department. Throughout the week a variety of activities and displays created a greater awareness
of the programs and services provided that bring our City to life!
"Public Works Week provides us with an opportunity to celebrate our success in service provision", said Scott Stewart,
General Manager of Public Works. "The Department has received both national and international recognition which is due
to the talented and skilled professionals delivering everyday services to the City of Hamilton".
Some featured public events being held each day throughout the city included:
- Sunday, May 21 at 9:00 a.m. - Public Works Week Kicked-off with the Season Opening of Hamilton Community Gardens at
Churchill Park Community Garden. Residents were invited to meet fellow gardeners, learn about new initiatives in the
community garden program, and enjoy a gardening demonstration by the Hamilton Urban Growers.
- Tuesday, May 23rd to Saturday, May 27th - Mall Displays at Eastgate Square, Jackson Square & Lime Ridge Mall. Waste
Management, Operation & Maintenance, Transit, Fleet and Facilities had various displays set-up in the malls throughout the week.
- Wednesday, May 24th - The Public Department invited 200 - Grade 11 and 12 students to join them for Career Day.
Students were introduced to some of the positions within the department across a wide range of professions.
- Thursday, May 25th, 8:00 a.m. to noon - Transit Bus Rodeo at Bayfront Park - City Councillors, Senior City
Management and local media completed to drive a designated route and achieve the most points.
- Thursday, May 25th, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - Water and Wastewater Tri-Annual Public Information Meeting
& Equipment Display was held at the Museum of Steam and Technology.
- Saturday, May 27th, 8:00 a.m. - Compost Giveaway, 308 Rymal Road East & Bayfront Park - Residents were
invited to load up on free bulk compost in exchange for a food donation.
- Saturday, May 27th, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Wise Water Use School - 22 Veevers Drive – Residents were
invited to visit EcoHouse and learn about healthy lawns, rain gardens and wise water use residential retrofits.
- Saturday, May 27th, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. - Harbour West Happenings, Pier 8 – The official opening of
the Hamilton Waterfront Trail extension from Pier 4 to Pier 9.
There were many internal events that also took place including a Brown Bag Lunch with the Red Cross to learn
about anti-idling and the effects of idling, a Retiree Luncheon, and a staff appreciation pizza lunch that provided by Managers.
For further information on Public Works Week events, visit http://www.hamilton.ca/public-works
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The City of Victorville honored its dedicated Public Works professionals for the outstanding work they do by hosting a
fun-filled, 5th Annual Public Works Day event. Employees proudly wore matching T-shirts with the 2006 theme, "The
Heart of Every Community," as they shared with residents what they do in their jobs every day to enhance the community.
Besides the added attractions of bounce houses, pony rides, raffle prizes and free bar-be-queue fare, residents-young and
old alike-were fascinated to learn about the large displays of equipment and vehicles and how they are used in the daily
maintenance operations of the city. Children especially enjoyed the many hands-on activities, including climbing into the
backhoe for a shot at using the control levers to maneuver colorful balls into a bucket. By the end of the day, everyone
was pleased to learn about what public works does for the community-while having fun at the same time!
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We held our first open house in 2006, and invited elected officials, the general public, and school
children. We had over 100 people in attendance. We provided tours of the Household Chemical Waste
Collection facility, Fleet Management, and Transportation. We had several displays including posters
showing various projects, a work zone safety display, demonstrations of how we make road signs, and
a hands-on demonstration of an Enviroscape model that demonstrates sources of water pollution. We
had several different types of equipment set up in the parking lot where visitors could climb aboard,
and ask drivers what the equipment is used for. We provided a "covered wagon" ride around the
transportation yard where visitors learned about recycled road materials, saw the salt/sand building,
and had a first-hand view of many of the things public works professionals are responsible for. We
also had GIS displays, and two of our CAD technicians provided live demonstrations of the work they
do. We had activity books for the children, and gave out goodie bags with pencils and rulers made from
recyclable materials, brochures, and county maps. Every visitor was given a safety vest to wear, just
like the vests we give our Adopt-A-Road volunteers. It was a great first Public Works Day, and we're
looking forward to our open house this May.
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The City of Santa Barbara traditionally celebrates National Public Works Week with a Public Works-wide
BBQ for all City Public Works employees. The BBQ lunch activities include music, a raffle and good eats,
all designed to say "Thanks" to our public works employees and to acknowledge all that they do for the
Santa Barbara community.
The BBQ is held in our Streets Maintenance area. Staff arrange displays with the highlights of the
Department's most recent accomplishments over the past year. Specialized and newly purchased equipment
is on display for viewing. The BBQ is well attended and enjoyed by all!
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