The Public Works Department's responsibilities include various types of maintenance on city streets, such as asphalt repair, snow removal, street sweeping, and gutter cleaning. In addition, they are responsible for the maintenance of the water main line, water service line, and sewer main line. They also read, install, and maintain all water meters. The care of the cemetery and the parks is also included in their responsibilities.
The goal of the department is to give to the residents of Ephraim City the highest quality service at the lowest possible cost.