Grounds Maintenance
In general, this division has responsibility for maintaining the grounds of all City-owned property and rights-of-ways. It is responsible for the following tasks:
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Mows over 285 acres of turf in parks and around City buildings.
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Provides maintenance for 2,265 street trees.
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Maintains 35 miles of City rights-of-ways including streets and ditches.
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Maintains 65 flower beds throughout the City.
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Removes snow from 3-¾ miles of sidewalks on City property.
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Provides set up for special events such as Carolling on the Green, Spring/Summer Performing Arts Series, Festival of Lights, Old Dover Days, etc.
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Decorates trees on Loockerman Street and The Plaza, and other City properties for the holiday season.
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Provides herbicide spraying for weed control on 137 miles of City streets.
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Maintains safety surfaces under City playground equipment.
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Edges sidewalks and curbs on City properties.
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Controls vegetation in 20 miles of alleys.
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Reviews Landscape Plans of Developers for the Dover Advisory Committee (DAC).
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Assists Electric Department in bioremediation projects.
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Assists both the Electric and Public Works Departments with yard repairs.