The Public Works Department strives to inform its residents on the proper upkeep of their property to keep the City looking great. Here are some helpful tips on keeping your property in shape for the appearance and health and safety of others.

Please Do:

• Replant areas where lawns and/or plant materials have died or have been removed. This is especially important in yards or areas facing a street.

• Keep your trees and other plant material trimmed and keep all planted areas free of weeds.

• Remove abandoned appliances as soon as possible before they become a safety hazard.

• Repair your fences and broken windows as soon as possible.

Please Avoid:

• Accumulation of debris, litter, dirt, overgrown vegetation, dead plant material or weeds on your property.

• Vegetation or other objects overhanging, blocking or obstructing sidewalks, streets, driveways or the line-of-sight of drivers.

• Waterfront property Plant material that is overgrown and that significantly interferes with the view of the water from adjacent properties.

• Storing boxes, debris, furniture, appliances, vehicle parts, or shopping carts, in front, side or rear yards unless awaiting immediate garbage or other collection of those items.

• Storing garbage cans in an area visible from a public street or lagoon.

• Unpainted, unstained, partially painted, partially chipped or peeling building exteriors, fences or structures.

Preventative maintenance maintains or increases the value of your property, preserves your building materials and keeps neighborhoods attractive. The health, welfare and appearance of the City are the shared responsibility of all residents, property owners and city government. You can help by keeping your property well maintained. Please talk to or help your neighbors to maintain safe conditions in your neighborhood.