Compact Civics
Unsung Heroes: Public Works Department to the Rescue!
10/14/2024 | 1mVideo has Closed Captions
Discover the role and responsibilities of public works departments with Cory McCants.
With all the snow and harsh weather Buffalo faces, it's crucial that the public works department is prepared and responsive at a moment's notice. In this episode of Compact Civics, Cory McCants breaks down the role of the public works department and how its responsibilities are divided. Most importantly, we explore the vast and vital services they provide.
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Compact Civics is a local public television program presented by BTPM PBS
Compact Civics is made possible by the members of WNED PBS.
Compact Civics
Unsung Heroes: Public Works Department to the Rescue!
10/14/2024 | 1mVideo has Closed Captions
With all the snow and harsh weather Buffalo faces, it's crucial that the public works department is prepared and responsive at a moment's notice. In this episode of Compact Civics, Cory McCants breaks down the role of the public works department and how its responsibilities are divided. Most importantly, we explore the vast and vital services they provide.
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Learn Moreabout PBS online sponsorship- If you're from Western New York, you know snow.
And unfortunately, you know how damaging those annoying potholes can be.
But do you know what's involved in filling those potholes so your car tires stay intact?
Let me put you on, because maintaining roads involves way more than the average citizen might think.
Cory here with Compact Civics.
(upbeat music) Cities, counties, and states all take part in this process.
How?
Well a state might be responsible for filling potholes and paving, but a city handles snowplowing and deicing.
Trying and imagine a city or town without a public works department.
No one to manage schools, hospitals, roads, bridges, airports, water sewage, parks, beaches, we deserve these spaces and our taxes pay for 'em.
So next time you drive across a smooth road or see a snowplow clearing one, appreciate it.
Public works are the backbone of what keeps our communities and quality of life thriving.
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Compact Civics is a local public television program presented by BTPM PBS
Compact Civics is made possible by the members of WNED PBS.