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If you have comments or questions for the Department of Public Works,
please send an email to pw@desplaines.org

Des Plaines Public Works HeadquartersThe responsibilities of the Public Works Department include the maintenance and repair of the City infrastructure, property and equipment.  The Department also provides emergency services such as  snow and ice control, flood assistance, and windstorm damage pick up.  Divisions include Buildings and Grounds, Forestry, Environmental Services, Sewers, Street Maintenance, Street Special Services, Water Maintenance, Water Meter, Water Treatment and Pumping, and Vehicle Maintenance.  The Public Works Department can be reached at 847-391-5464.  In the event of an emergency after 5:00 pm or on weekends and holidays, call 847-391-5490.

 

 

 

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City of Des Plaines
1420 Miner St.
Des Plaines, IL  60016
847-391-5300

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Events Calendar
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7/28/08 Plan Commission
7/29/08 Zoning Board of Appeals
7/31/08 Committee of the Whole - Legal & Licensing Committee - Discussion of Term Limits
News Headlines
7/14/08 Lee/Graceland Ave Railroad Crossing Closed
7/10/08 Volunteers Sought At Des Plaines Food Pantry
6/20/08 Clerk Swears In New Community Service Officer
6/17/08 Des Plaines Joins With ComEd Responding To Area Business Needs
6/17/08 Clinical Government Program Underway
6/17/08 The Tiki Terrace is Open For Business
6/13/08 Memorial Day Ceremony Aired on Local Cable Channel
6/12/08 Happy Birthday, US ARMY!
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