FY 27 Proposed Operating Budget

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

ORIGIN & PURPOSE: The largest department within Harford County Government, Public Works, instituted by the County Charter, Article LV, Section 402 (amended by Bill No. 88-35), and Section 407 is charged with the design, management and construction of capital projects; construction, maintenance, and acceptance of County roads, bridges, and associated structures; operation and maintenance of sewage collection disposal and treatment facilities; regulation, operation, maintenance and control of water supply, management of solid waste; and production and maintenance of related documents. The Department of Public Works, under the management of its Director's Office, is divided into four major divisions: Water & Sewer, Highways, Program Management and Environmental Services. MISSION STATEMENT: Harford County Department of Public Works, guided by common sense, accountability, and compassion, strives to plan, construct, and maintain the infrastructure to deliver a transportation network, water, wastewater, solid waste management services and public facilities to enhance the quality of life for all.

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