2-6-5: DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

   A.   Advise On Policy Issues: The commission shall advise Mayor and Council on policy issues related to the Public Works Department operations that include, but are not limited to, the management of the wastewater collection and treatment, geothermal and irrigation systems; transportation systems as they may be developed; solid waste collection, recycling and hazardous waste programs; air and water quality programs; water resources management; and facility, engineering and technical support for other City departments.

   B.   Specific Duties: Specific duties of the commission shall be to:

      1.   Advise and support Public Works staff in achieving their goals of commitment to excellence in providing efficient, effective and accessible public services;

      2.   Exercise the commission's authority to hear appeals of Public Works staff actions and advise City Council on issues, including rates, ordinances and policy matters;

      3.   Advise and support the department in its efforts to involve and inform citizens through public education;

      4.   Address future community needs through participation in long range planning and strategies;

      5.   Serve as a sounding board for major department communication projects or initiatives, providing advice and recommendations to ensure the communication incorporates the views of the community, the City and, in particular, the Public Works Department. (1952 Code § 2-16-05)