As a public works professional, you accept that your job is multi-faceted, but when you're asked to define "public works" do you find yourself at a loss for words? Because of its diverse nature, there just doesn't seem to be one definition complete enough for everyone to accept. That's why APWA has developed this new public outreach booklet. Hand it out to your city council, citizens' groups or to new employees to help them understand the scope and importance of public works.