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Department: Public Works

The Department of Public Works (DPW) is responsible for the maintenance, repair, operation, and improvement of Village infrastructure and public facilities.

From maintaining streets and sidewalks, stormwater systems, water and sewer infrastructure, and municipal facilities, the DPW plays a critical role in supporting the quality of life and daily operations of the Village.

The department maintains:

  • Approximately 24 miles of Village streets
  • Approximately 34 miles of sidewalks
  • Stormwater infrastructure
  • Water and sewer systems
  • Municipal buildings and facilities
  • Public rights-of-way

The DPW also supports public safety operations, infrastructure improvements, seasonal maintenance, and community events throughout the year.

Department of Public Works
Superintendent

Dustin Martin

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 518-891-4160

Location:
95 Van Buren Street
Saranac Lake, NY 12983 

Hours of Operation: 
7 AM - 3:30 PM Monday - Friday

Streets

The DPW maintains 24 miles of paved streets. Responsibilities include:

  • Pothole repairs
  • Paving and patching
  • Snow removal
  • Street painting
  • Street signage
  • Street sweeping
  • Trimming within the right-of-way

Sidewalks

The DPW maintains 34 miles of sidewalks.

Water & Sewer Infrastructure

The Department of Public Works supports the operation and maintenance of the Village’s water distribution and wastewater collection systems.

Responsibilities may include:

  • Water main maintenance
  • Sewer infrastructure maintenance
  • Catch basin cleaning
  • Storm drain installation and repair
  • Coordination with treatment facilities
  • Emergency response support
  • Capital improvement projects

Supporting Community Events

In addition to daily operations, the DPW provides logistical and operational support for many community events and public celebrations throughout the year.

This support may include:

  • Traffic control
  • Barricade placement

Community events supported by the DPW include:

  • St. Patrick’s Day (parade)
  • Winter Carnival (parades and fireworks)
  • First Night (downtown road closure)
  • July 4th (parade and fireworks)
  • Memorial Day (parade)
  • Halloween (downtown road closure)
  • Pride (parade)