Service crews maintain roads, but that’s not all

Each May we celebrate National Public Works Week and recognize our Public Service Department. Your Springboro Public Service crews:

■ Maintain over 85 miles of streets, 1,200 fire hydrants, 1,800 storm drains, 50 street lights, 13 public buildings, 9 parks with restrooms, concession stands, playground equipment, 4 water towers and more than 500 acres of grass and landscaped areas

■ Provide water service to 6,800 customers

■ Maintain over 150 vehicles and pieces of equipment, including maintenance and building of police cruisers

■ Clear snow from roads, pick up leaves, mark water utility lines, repair streets and fix potholes

■ Work special events including Concerts in the Park, Boro BBQ Fest, Christmas in Springboro and other celebrations

They help keep our city clean, safe and in tip-top condition. Hats off to our Service Department!