WEEK ONE – Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Welcome to Public Works! Week one will focus on a general overview of the Public Works Department and focus on two divisions – Administration and Geographic Information Systems (GIS), along with a tour of the Public Works Facility.
WEEK TWO – Tuesday, April 28, 2026
The second week of the academy will focus on Wastewater Management. This session will include a tour of the North Wastewater Treatment Plant and a first-hand look at the filtration of biosolids from the City’s water system.
WEEK THREE – Tuesday, May 5, 2026
The third week of the academy will focus on the Utilities division. This week will focus on the operation, maintenance and repair of the City’s storm sewer conveyance systems. We’ll cover water main breaks, hydrant flushing and meter readings.
WEEK FOUR – Tuesday, May 12, 2026
The fourth week of the academy will provide an overview of the Vehicle Maintenance and Streets divisions. Snow and ice management, along with tree maintenance will be reviewed. This session will also include a tour of the Vehicle Maintenance Garage where all City vehicles are repaired.
WEEK FIVE – Tuesday, May 19, 2026
The academy will finish with a look at upcoming and future projects, discussing how the Public Works Department interacts with other City departments, and a chance to ask any final questions.
Please note, curriculum is subject to change based on staff availability and time constraints.
