Department of Public Works

Mission Statement

The mission of the Hadley Department of Public Works is to provide and maintain the Public Services necessary for the continued growth and improvement of quality of life of the citizens of Hadley.

Department Overview

The Department of Public Works staff consists of 20 employees responsible for the maintenance of Hadley's infrastructure and public facilities. The Divisions within the Department include Highway, Water, Wastewater, Building Maintenance, Cemetery, Town Trees, and Snow and Ice treatment and removal. The Public Works Administration is responsible for providing continuous coordination to all divisions for the Department of Public Works through effective leadership in order to ensure that all the functions of the Department are carried out timely and efficiently.

The specific functions of this office include:

  • Preparation of the annual operating budget for the Department and overseeing expenditures of all divisions;
  • Providing clerical and accounting support to the Department for the processing of payroll, purchase orders, invoices and the management of the Departmental budget; maintaining records
  • Developing and updating the Department's long term Capital Plan for all divisions
  • Supervising Department personnel, including ensuring that personnel are properly trained and motivated
  • Ensuring compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations relative to Public Works Operations
  • Receiving inquiries and recording complaints from citizens relative to the Public Works infrastructure and forwarding the information to the appropriate division for action
  • Interfacing with Town Boards, Commissioners, consulting engineers and other Departments, as well as providing coordination with State and Federal Agencies, other municipalities and outside utilities relative to Public Works projects
  • The contracting with various engineering/consulting firms to prepare specifications and designs for utility related construction plans, bid material and service contracts. Oversee various contracts and administer public construction projects
Please review each individual department webpage for forms, questions and further information.

Email the Department of Public Works Highway Division Administration

Email the Department of Public Works Water Division Administration

Email the Department of Public Works Wastewater Division Administration

 

Staff Contacts

NameTitle

Director

(413) 586-2390

Administrative Coordinator

(413) 586-8756

Administrative Assistant

(413) 586-2390