About the Department

The Public Works Department is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents and visitors by providing essential infrastructure and services that promote safety, health, and sustainability.

Our mission is to maintain and improve the public infrastructure of our community in a cost-effective and responsible manner.

Public Works includes:
  • Road maintenance and repairs
  • Winter weather road maintenance
  • City facilities and park maintenance
  • Facilitation of construction and infrastructure projects
  • City vehicle fleet maintenance
  • Utilities management assistance
  • Oakwood Cemetery oversight and maintenance

Other Departments

Other departments housed at 1015 Orange Street include:

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Contact Information

Contact Dave Hill, EDC President

Mon – Fri: 7:00 am – 4:00 pm

1015 Orange Street, Baldwin City, KS 66006

+1-785-594-6907

Public Works Director

Rob Culley
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Assistant Public Works Director

Kevin Watts
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Road Maintenance

  • Pavement Repair: Patching potholes, resurfacing roads, and performing routine maintenance to ensure safe and smooth travel.
  • Street Sweeping: Regular cleaning of streets to remove debris, litter, and leaves for improved aesthetics and stormwater management.
  • Snow and Ice Removal: Clearing snow and ice from roads during winter weather events to maintain safe driving conditions.

Services

Road Maintenance

‍The Public Works Department oversees road maintenance and repairs on all city-owned roadways.

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Water Utility

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City Parks and Facilities Maintenance

Public Works maintains all City-owned buildings and facilities, as well as handles most park maintenance.

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Other information

Solid Waste Management

  • Garbage Collection: Collecting household waste from residential and commercial properties on a scheduled basis.
  • Recycling Program: Providing curbside recycling services and promoting recycling education and outreach to reduce waste sent to landfills.
  • Yard Waste Collection: Collecting and composting yard waste such as grass clippings, leaves, and branches to divert organic materials from landfills.

Utilities Management

  • Water Distribution: Maintaining and repairing water mains, valves, and hydrants to ensure reliable water supply to homes and businesses.
  • Sewer Maintenance: Cleaning and inspecting sewer lines, manholes, and lift stations to prevent backups and overflows.
  • Stormwater Management: Managing stormwater infrastructure to mitigate flooding and protect water quality in streams and rivers.
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Department News & Events

3rd Street Closed at High Street on Tuesday, August 20th
August 20, 2024

3rd Street is closed at High Street for asphalt repair, after the sewer line installation earlier this summer. Public Works expects to have the road reopened by approximately 2pm today

Orchard Lane Now Open to Through Traffic
May 21, 2024

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Downed Tree Branch Pickup
May 21, 2024

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Documents

Customer-Owned Renewable Energy Generation Facilities
Oakwood Cemetery Monument Foundation Requirements
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Baldwin City is a city in Douglas County, Kansas, United States, about 12 miles south of Lawrence and 15 miles west of Gardner. As of the 2020 census, the city population is 4,700. The city is home to Baker University, the state's oldest four-year university.

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