Highway Department PDF Print E-mail
Wednesday, 06 February 2008
David C. Dressel
Working Supervisor

Phone: 518-270-3821

Municipal Highway Garage
13th Street and 2nd Avenue
Watervliet, NY 12189

Responsibilities Include:
Highway Maintenance, repair, and management of all City streets, roads, alleys, and public right of ways, where applicable. Maintenance includes: resurfacing and paving, snow and ice control, plowing, and debris control.

Additional Duties Include:

  • Traffic: The construction and maintenance of all street signs and traffic control signs in the City. Also, all pavement markings, crosswalks, and all aspects of the Pavement Marking Program.
  • Solid Waste Management: Removal of biodegradable yard waste material on a weekly basis from the 5,000 dwelling units in Watervliet and proper disposal in an organic landfill/mulch center. Also, removal and disposal of misc. debris, appliances and furniture from homes throughout the City.
  • Park Maintenance: Responsible for grass cutting and shrub maintenance in all parks and coordinates with Recreation Administrator for all other park maintenance activities and tasks.
  • Water System Maintenance: Coordinates with Water System Director to provide manpower and equipment support for all Water System emergencies and substantial repairs.