The Street Division is responsible for the maintenance of approximately 175 miles of street rights-of-way. The division maintains, manages, and oversees:
- Street surfaces
- Traffic signs and pavement markings
- Curbs and gutter
- Sidewalks
- Removal of vision hazards
- Street sweeping
Pavement Management
Pavement management is a prime responsibility. Besides patching and repairing pavement, a computerized pavement management program is used to rate paving conditions and recommend treatments to extend pavement life.
The City has contracted with Transmap Corporation to evaluate and incorporate existing data for pavement inspection and assessment. This will help to classify the roadways for condition, rehabilitation, and recommendations for future repairs or replacements. This firm utilizes 3D technology for pavement collection and will incorporate MicroPAVER, a software program for the City.
Traffic Signs
Installing traffic signs and sign replacement is a year-round function as is the placement of pavement markings such as arrows, crosswalks, and center lines.
Street Sweeping
Street sweeping on a routine schedule improves community appearance and prevents dirt and other debris from polluting creeks, streams, and the Rogue River. If you are interested in knowing when your street will be swept, go to the Street Sweeping Schedule page.
Hazards
The Street Division checks for safety hazards such as overgrown trees, shrubs, and other plants, as well as broken and lifted sidewalks all of which can cause hazardous situations for pedestrians, bicyclists, and drivers. Use the following guides to prevent these hazards on your property:
The City offers the following programs for property owners who need to fix hazardous sidewalks or tree problems.
Hazardous Sidewalk Repair Program
This program covers up to 50% of the sidewalk repair cost in front of a property. See the Hazardous Sidewalk Repair Program page for more details.
Hazardous Tree Program
The Hazardous Tree Program covers up to 50% of the cost for the removal and replacement of hazardous trees located in the right-of-way.
Adopt-a-Street Program
The Adopt-a-Street program is a great way for you to help keep our communities clean. You can sign up and choose your street to adopt. Once approved a sign acknowledging your community spirit will be placed on your adopted street.
