public works
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“Pretty much if you work for the city of Pasadena, you’re working either New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day, whether you’re police, fire or public works,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times
On Sunday, county public works crews constructed a temporary bridge essentially out of dirt, according to Capt. Shawn Millerick, a spokesperson for the San Bernardino County Fire Department.
From Los Angeles Times
Transportation, water and sewer, major public works, long-term planning and regional development strategy are overseen at the county level.
This could reduce its ability to finance more low-income housing and other public works, though elected leaders would likely respond by raising taxes.
Meanwhile, Sioux City has been dubbed Sewer City for its fixation on the sanctity of its public works.
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