DPW: Administration
City of Somerville FY21 Budget
Mission Statement
To maintain city-wide vehicle fleet including Police, Fire, DPW, and all City departments, refuse removal, environmental improvement programs, public buildings and grounds, parks and playgrounds, snow removal, open spaces, and school custodial services. The DPW Administration team oversees all personnel and financial matters related to the department. snow removal, open spaces, and school custodial services. The DPW Administration team oversees all personnel and financial matters related to the department.
Changes from FY20
The FY21 budget proposal includes a 3.7% increase to Personal Services. This is due to changes in salaries for employees based on collective bargaining agreements. There are currently no vacancies in this division.
The Ordinary Maintenance budget has been reduced by nearly $200k based on projected year end actuals and to align with prior year spending.