The Department of Public Works shall be directed by the Director of Public Works who shall be appointed by the Common Council for a two year term which shall expire at the end of every even numbered year.
The specific powers and duties of the Director of Public Works shall include:
Direction and oversight in regard to construction, maintenance, cleaning and repair of streets, highways, sidewalks, municipal buildings and facilities, and parking lots, together with other public works activities of the City.
Direction and oversight in regard to operation and maintenance of water and sewer facilities, services, infrastructure and related matters.
Installation and maintenance of traffic control signs and markings.
Construction and maintenance of public parks, play fields and playground facilities and equipment.
Operation of any City garages, including maintenance of municipal vehicles and equipment.
Oversight of all engineering and consulting engineer work performed for the City.
Custody of all city maps and surveys.