Public Infrastructure and Municipal Services

The Public Works Department is responsible for the cost-effective operation, maintenance, and construction of the public infrastructure of Rock Island and the provision of basic municipal services such as refuse and yard waste collection and snow removal.

Services Provided

• Building Maintenance 
• Street Maintenance and Repair
• Snow and Ice Control
• Refuse Collection
• Levee/ROW Maintenance
• Electrical Maintenance
• Parks Maintenance
• Water Treatment
• Wastewater Treatment
• Water Meters
• Water Distribution
• Wastewater Collection
• Fleet Services
• Equipment Replacement
• Engineering Services
• Stormwater Management
• Sunset Marina

Primary Goals

• Reliable and environmentally sound water and wastewater utilities
• Cost effectively maintain the City's fleet, traffic signal lights, and street lights
• Clear all city streets within 48 hours after the end of every snow storm
• Provide timely, cost-effective maintenance of the public street system
• Complete the annual construction program within budget and on schedule
• Provide cost-effective, reliable solid waste collection and disposal services