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Department Goals for FY 2013-14
The number one goal of the Public Works Department is to continue to challenge the status quo
by embracing and initiating beneficial changes that result in continuous improvement in the
delivery of services and customer/resident satisfaction. Specific goals for the Department
include:
Administration
• Develop & Implement a Safety Training Program.
• Discontinue paper work orders and initiate an electronic work order system.
• Update MSDS records with any new materials received.
• Update the Public Works pages of the City website to better inform the public of services
available.
• Audit all commercial accounts for accuracy and efficiency.
• Integrate Public Works assets into GIS.
• Implement a data base for all City-owned street trees incorporating GPS into GIS.
• Complete the ADA Transition Plan.
Water Division
• Select and upgrade one City well with Variable Frequency Drive for efficiency (Annually until
complete).
• Implement planned SCADA (Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition) upgrades with
available funding.
• Update City plans and specifications for water infrastructure installation, repair and
maintenance.
• Provide cross training in the Division for well checks, USA marking and state reporting
• Exchange existing meter radios with a more efficient integrated register/radio to improve
meter reading.
Solid Waste Division
• Complete evaluation of the City implementing an In-House Recycling Program.
• Increase the Tagging Program to avoid comingling of trash, recyclables and green material in
the containers.
• Evaluate the solid waste routing system and reorganize to run the routes more efficiently.
• Implement the AB341 Plan.
• Work with the AB939 Committee to launch the construction of the Regional Household
Hazardous Waste Facility.
• Restructure the Division for operational efficiency.
Waste Water Division
• Purchase a video camera to better monitor and meet regulatory requirements for the City
Collection System.
• Install safety mechanisms throughout the plant to further safeguard the equipment and
operations of the plant.
• Establish a community outreach program to inform and educate the public on the proper
disposal and handling of pharmaceuticals, sharps and the Fats, Oil & Grease Program (FOG).
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CITY OF REEDLEY
ADOPTED BUDGET 2013-2014