Public Buildings

Mission Statement

Develop, manage, repair, improve, and support well-maintained city facilities to provide the highest quality service in a responsive and efficient manner to all our customers and city departments, programs, and services. The department is responsible for keeping ~775,000 square feet of space safe, accessible, functional, and inviting while protective Watertown's historic heritage and town pride.

Responsibilities

Provide custodial care and cleaning
Ensure preventative and regular maintenance and repairs
Take energy controls, utility management, and energy conservation measures
Embrace budgeting and capital planning
Plan for extraordinary maintenance and capital improvements
Supervise custodial and maintenance staff

Please note: Landscaping of all public building grounds is performed through a contract with a landscaping company through a bid process that is managed and included within the budget of the Department of Public Works.