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CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF NEWCASTLE
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT R. DUPUIS, P. ENG., DIRECTOR
HAMPTON,ONTARIO TEL.(416)263.2231
LOB 1 J 0 987.5039
REPORT TO THE GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
MEETING OF MAY 2, 1983.
REPORT NO. : WD-48-83
SUBJECT: PUBLIC WORKS WEEK
� RECOMMENDATION:
It is respectfully recommended that:
1. Whereas the health, safety and comfort of the community
is greatly dependent on the facilities and
services provided by the Public Works
Department; and,
Whereas the support from the community is vital in the
continuing efficient operation of the Public
Work' s Services such as street maintenance,
refuse collection, water and sewer systems, road
construction and snow removal ; and,
Whereas the duality and effectiveness ,of these
facilities and services are dependent on the
continued efforts and skills of Public Works
Department Staff;
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Now therefore, the Council of the Corporation of the
Town of Newcastle does hereby proclaim May 22nd to May
28th, 1983, "Public Works Week" in the Town of
Newcastle to recognize the efforts of the Public Works
Department in providing for health, safety and comfort
in the community.
2. This proclamation be published in the local press.
3. The press be invited to utilize the press release
attached to this report in their publications.
REPORT
Throughout North America, the week of May 22nd to May 28th,
1983, is to be recognized as "Public Works Week". This is
an annual recognition; however, only recently have some
Canadian municipalities participated in promoting the week.
Through discussions with the Region of Durham, Oshawa,
Whitby, Ajax, Pickering and the Town of Newcastle, Public
Works Staff are of the opinion that some form of promotion
of "Public Works Week" would be worthwhile. Taxpayers would
be made aware of the activities undertaken by their Works
forces and would be provided with the opportunity to direct
questions to the Department if they wish. We cannot drive a
car, turn on water, or even dispose of trash without coming
into contact with some services provided by municipal public
works departments.
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It is, therefore, considered worthwhile to proclaim the week
of May 22nd to May 28th, as "Public Works Week" and
encourage the Press to include a promotional article in
their publications.
Respectfully submitted,
R.G. Dupuis, P. Eng.,
tD Director of Public Works.
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April 26, 1983.
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POSSIBLE PRESS RELEASE
"Making Life Better for Everyone"
The municipalities of Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa & Newcastle and the Region of
Durham shall be proclaiming, along with many other municipalities across Canada and
the United Sates, the week of May 22 - 28, 1983 as "National Public Works Week". The
theme for the week is "Making Life Better for Everyone".
The local Public Works Departments are preparing to explain to the public, the types
of services and programs they provide. During National Public Works Week, the
opportunity will be presented to area residents to learn more about Public Works
Operations and how it affects the life style of their community.
The Public Works Department in a municipality is responsible for the planning,
control , and maintenance of public works facilities and services in order to create a
pleasant and orderly environment for the residents. Generally, the Department is
responsible for the following operational activities, maintenance, construction and
engineering.
The Maintenance activity includes work such as snow and ice control in winter, the
sweeping and flushing of streets, road, sidewalk and boulevard repairs, repairs to
water and sewer systems, refuse collection service, traffic signs and signal lights
as well as the fleet of equipment used to perform such activities.
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The construction activity includes administration and inspection of road work to
ensure the underground services, the materials being used, and construction details
are as specified in the contract. Generally this type of work is performed by local
contractors with the development of the construction drawing by either municipal
staff or consultants.
Through the Engineering activity, the Works Department controls the geometric design
of road, sidewalk, sewer and bridge improvements throughout the municipality. In
addition, they co-ordinate activities with land developers for residential
subdivisions, industrial parks and commercial buildings.
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It is important that municipal residents be able to contact their local Public Works
Department. In the Pickering-Ajax-Whitby-Oshawa-Newcastle area there are two
distinct Public Works authorities - the local municipal Public Works Department and
the Durham Regional Works Department.
The Regional authority is responsible for water distribution, sanitary sewers and
selected major roads within each of the municipalities. They may be contacted as
follows:
Administration 668-7721
Construction-Engineering 668-7721
Ajax-Pickering Depot 683-1471
Oshawa-Whitby Depot 655-3344
Orono Depot 983-5116
Sunderland Depot (705)357-3140
The local Public Works Departments may be contacted as follows:
Admin-Const-Eng. Maintenance
Pickering 831-1132 683-2760
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Ajax 686-1141 683-2951
Whitby 668-5803 668-3437
Oshawa 725-7351 433-1221
Newcastle 263-2231 263-2292
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