Public Works
Introduction
The Public Works Department is comprised of two internal groups:
Administration: Public Works Administration includes the management and administration of the City's public works department, which includes all components of the City's sewage disposal, water, street, sidewalk/trails, storm drainage and street lighting infrastructure, and the City's forestry, recycling and environmental programs. In addition, public works administration includes supervision, direction and data management for the City's street and utility maintenance, and environmental divisions.
Engineering: The Public Works Engineering Division is responsible for planning, implementation, and supervision of City-owned and operated infrastructure additions or replacements. They provide support to all other divisions of the public works department. In-house resources are allocated as necessary, and sometimes are augmented through the use of outside consultants. This division has the primary responsibility for the implementation of the City's street renewal program.
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Winter Changes for hydrants
With snowplow season in full swing the City of Shoreview has begun to take additional steps to ensure resident safety and security. The City has found that Fire Hydrants that are located near high traffic roads can become coated in road salt much more than hydrants located on residential roads. This coating can make the hydrants stick and very difficult to open.
In an effort to keep all hydrants as efficient and ready as possible, the City has covered effected hydrants with heavy red plastic bags. These bags will protect against road salt and will still allow fire fighters to gain access to the hydrant quickly. The Lake Johanna Fire Department has been notified of the bags and are fully prepared to removed them in emergency situations. If you are clearing snow from around your hydrant, please be careful to not tear or remove the red bags.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Shoreview Utilities Department at 651.490.4661.
Surface Water Management
The City of Shoreview has completed this Second Generation Surface Water Management Plan (SWMP or Plan) to establish a more useful and up-to-date guide for future surface water management activities throughout the City. This second generation Plan builds on the City's 1990 SWMP and addresses several key issues related to storm water management that the City is likely to encounter in the coming years. This executive summary provides a brief description of the purpose and basis for this updated Plan, followed by a presentation of the nine overriding goals that were used to guide development of the Plan. This executive summary closes by highlighting the key issues the City intends to address as part of this Plan.
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Utilities
The Sewer Division is responsible for the safe and effective conveyance of sewage through the City. Also includes services relating to the planning, administration and operation of the sewer utility, including preparation of the utility bills. There are nearly 120 miles of sewer main and 17 sewer lift stations in the city.
The Water Division is responsible for providing overall administration and operation for Shoreview's water utility. This division oversees the operation and maintenance of Shoreview's two water towers and underground reservoir. The City maintains six wells and a booster station. We have over 100 miles of water mains and more than 1200 hydrants.
Street and Trailway Maintenance
The repair and maintenance of all pavement and curb and gutter is handled within this activity. This includes preparation of streets for seal coating and crack filling, as well as pothole patching and general pavement repair. They are responsible for the removal of snow and the control of ice during the winter months. Shoreview's snow removal policies place a higher priority on snow plowing and ice control, with utility maintenance personnel assisting as necessary.This division is responsible for all aspects of sidewalk and trail maintenance efforts, including patching and crack filling, mill and overlay, as well as general repair, sweeping, snow removal, and tree trimming along sidewalks and trails. Responsible for sidewalk and trailway maintenance.
The Street Division is responsible for maintenance, repair and snow plowing on 80 miles of local streets and cul-de-sacs. The division maintains a program of bituminous spot-overlays, seal coating and concentrated patching and crack sealing. It is also responsible for maintaining street and regulatory signs, storm sewers, pavement markings, and for tree trimming along public right-of way.
All county roads are the responsibility of Ramsey County; all state and interstate highways, the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Traffic signs and signals are maintained and operated by the agency responsible for the adjacent roadways.
Contact
Streets - streets@shoreviewmn.gov or call 651.490.4671.
Utilities - utilities@shoreviewmn.gov or call 651.490.4661.
Trailway, trash and recycling - environmentalservices@shoreviewmn.gov or call 651.490.4650.
All other questions or concerns - publicworks@shoreviewmn.gov or call 651.490.4650.