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Public Works Department
The Public Works Department is one of the largest departments in the city, and one of the most
visible. With responsibilities covering streets, sidewalks, storm and sanitary sewers
and wastewater treatment, traffic control and mapping, the activities of this department
directly impact the daily lives of every citizen of Rolla. Each of these areas makes a
vital contribution to the smooth functioning and growth of the basic infrastructure of
the city.
NEW & NOTES
Rolla among 8 Missouri communities recognized for energy conservation by EPA
Paving of 10th Street from Forum to Pine begins Aug. 2 (7 a.m.)
Rolla recognized by EPA for energy savings and Pollution Reduction Plans
New rain garden part of City's Stormwater Management System
Pre-School students serve free lemonade and cookies to City's Street crew while constructing new public parking lot for Rolla's Arts and Entertainment District
Storm Drain Stenciling Project to help protect City’s water quality
Burgher Branch residents to benefit from reduction in 100-year floodplain
Illustration of Proposed Ridgeview Extension, Bryant Drive and Kingshighway Improvements (large pdf file)
Historic Walking Tour Brochure available online (2.0mb PDF)
Full-color 2008 aerial photo of Rolla available at City Hall
City receives $160,000 from MoDOT to construct Deible Bike Path, Phase II
ACORN Trail – Rolla’s Pedestrian/Bikepath Network continues to expand - support for TEA21 funding for future phases needed from public
Our Mission Statement
In order to provide a quality cost effective infrastructure for the Citizens of Rolla, management and employees will diligently work together to accomplish the following three goals:
To the Citizens of Rolla:
We will provide professional, efficient, and courteous service to ensure an effective infrastructure.
To Our Employees:
We will appreciate and recognize their efforts, pay fair wages and benefits, plus provide them with safe, challenging and rewarding careers with reasonable job security.
To Our Organization:
We will manage Rolla Public Works Department in a financially responsible manner so the Citizens of Rolla receive maximum results and services for their taxes and fees.