About
The Public Works Department provides a wide range of essential community services that improve the quality of life here in Eureka. The 74 full-time employees of the Department are committed to making Eureka a beautiful, livable and sustainable city.
The Department is divided into four main divisions:
- Engineering, which includes Transportation, Stormwater, and Street/Alley Maintenance
- Field Operations, which includes Fleet Management, Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection, and Code Enforcement
- Utilities Operations, which includes Water Treatment, Wastewater Treatment, and Source Control
The City of Eureka and Recology (City Garbage Company of Eureka) have been working together since 1991 to provide free dumpsters to communities in Eureka to clean up neighborhoods. A free one-time dumpster is available to those eligible moderate to very low-income households (120% of median income or less as per the table below) who are unable to afford the cost of garbage removal. To qualify, a property must be determined to contain trash and debris in a quantity sufficient to be determined as a health or safety issue or blight.
If you are an owner-occupant of a residential property, you may qualify for a free 20-yard dumpster.
Qualifications
- Income eligible
- Your property is located within the City limits of Eureka
- Have not had a dumpster before
- Are unable to afford the cost of a dumpster but are able to provide the coordination of labor to remove the trash and debris
- Rental income properties and commercially used properties are not eligible under this program.
- You will be required to provide evidence of regular garbage service.
Contact us today to find out more information about how you may qualify for these programs at 707-441-4214.
Projects
The Construction division plans, prepares for public bid, and administers Capital Improvement Projects listed in the City’s Capital Improvement Program, including design, survey, and construction management and inspection. The division also assists other City departments with various projects requiring engineering review and oversight, and coordinates between various City departments and the public for all work affecting City infrastructure.
Parking Study
The City of Eureka is developing a Parking Plan for the Downtown / Old Town areas. This plan will analyze the existing parking demand and supply and provide implementable strategies that balance the parking utilization for all users, including residents, business employers, and visitors. With increasing development in Downtown Eureka, the City will continue to thrive and attract more vehicular trips resulting in an increase in parking demand. Parking strategies will uphold the objectives to ensure balanced use of public parking while maintaining the economic vibrancy of Downtown Eureka. There will be a number of options for public participation including taking a survey on current parking conditions in the Downtown/Old Town areas.
We Need Your Input
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Brian Gerving
Director of Public WorksPhone: 707-441-4203
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Latisse Devlin
Administrative TechnicianPhone: 707-441-4194
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Public Works
Physical Address
531 K Street
Third Floor
Eureka, CA 95501
Phone: : 707-441-4203Emergency Phone: : 707-441-4044
City Hall Hours
Monday through Friday (except holidays)
9 am to 4 pmAvailable by phone 8 am to 5 pm (except holidays)
Public Works office closes from 12 pm to 1 pm daily
Please call 707-441-4203 to report a water or sewer issue during business hours.
After-hours emergencies, please call Eureka Police and Fire Dispatch center at 707-441-4044