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• <br /> • <br /> • <br /> DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS <br /> COUNTY OF HAWAII <br /> • <br /> I. DESCRIPTION OF DEPARTMENT'S ROLES AND DUTIES <br /> A. Functions • <br /> The Department of Public Works is , responsible for the continuous <br /> performance of all matters relating to engineering; public and private <br /> building construction and inspection ; public improvements ; sewer <br /> construction and maintenance; solid waste disposal and landfill programs; <br /> construction, inspection, and maintenance of public highways, bridges, <br /> streets, and sidewalks; acquisitions of public and private properties for <br /> public purposes ; design and maintenance of a system of traffic control <br /> and devices; and all other public works projects, except for matters <br /> relating to parks and recreation and water supply. Public Works is also <br /> a key support agency for Civil Defense emergencies. <br /> • <br /> B. Major Goals- and Objectives • <br /> • <br /> o Implement a comprehensive Capital Improvements Program and Project <br /> Listing. <br /> o Maximize departmental revenues with effective fiscal management. <br /> o Emphasize operational improvements in the following priorities. <br /> 1 . Solid Waste Management <br /> 2. Wastewater Maintenance Management - <br /> 3. H ghway Maintenance Management <br /> 4. Automotive Repairs and Management <br /> o Encourage professionalism, productivity, and accountability at all <br /> levels. <br /> • <br /> • Improve and encourage public responsiveness and effective public <br /> contact. <br />