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Winter Haven Public Works Department Manages City Services Through Four Divisions
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Winter Haven Public Works: City Services Explained

The City of Winter Haven's Public Works Department organizes its essential services into four divisions: Streets, Drainage, and Traffic Operations; Natural Resources; Solid Waste; and Fleet Maintenance. Each division handles specific responsibilities to maintain city infrastructure and services.

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09/22/2026 · Winter Haven edition

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The City of Winter Haven's Public Works Department manages essential city services through four divisions: Streets, Drainage, and Traffic Operations; Natural Resources; Solid Waste; and Fleet Maintenance. Management, administration, and frontline staff contribute to the department's operations.

The Streets, Drainage, and Traffic Operations division maintains public rights-of-way, including streets, sidewalks, trees, traffic signals, and highway lighting. This division also manages the city's stormwater conveyance system.

The Natural Resources division oversees Winter Haven's public lakes, waterways, and natural areas, ensuring their preservation and accessibility.

Solid Waste services collect refuse, recycling, yard debris, and bulk materials for residential and commercial customers citywide.

Fleet Maintenance performs general maintenance and repair on all city vehicles.

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