Welcome to the Department of Public Works
The Department of Public Works is responsible for oversight of City functions relating to all infrastructure systems including sanitary and storm sewers, coordination of utility company systems, street maintenance and improvement, sidewalks, street lighting, signage and provisions to promote pedestrian and bicycle safety, all public landscaping, parks maintenance, and street trees, City facilities maintenance and improvements, janitorial services, project management, contract engineering services, and sustainability.
Public Works is the City of Piedmont's department composed of maintenance, parks, and sustainability divisions. We take pride in making sure that our City looks beautiful and it's infrastructure and facilities run smoothly.
For information about construction in the right-of-way see the public works standard details.
For information about how to make changes to home, visit the Planning & Building Department section of the City's website.
How to report a suspected backup:
Suspected or visible sewage backups in the public sanitary sewer system should be reported to the City as soon as possible. Even if you are not sure, please call!
Department personnel are on call 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. During regular business hours, call the Public Works Department at (510) 420-3050. After hours, on weekends and holidays, call the Police Dispatch at (510) 420-3000.