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Public Works Maintenance

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1. View Public Works Maintenance FAQ's

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2. What does the City do about graffiti removal?

The City’s Police and Public Works departments have an active anti-graffiti program. The program includes a computerized system for photographing and tracking graffiti. The graffiti database is capable of linking graffiti or tag designs to specific individuals, and it also can be used to identify problems and trends in geographic areas in order to focus graffiti-suppression efforts.

Public Works Maintenance staff inspect and remove graffiti within the public right-of-way, City-owned facilities and in City parks. Although Public Works does not remove graffiti on private property, we encourage reporting of graffiti, particularly offensive words and images, and we are available to advise property owners on techniques for removing graffiti.

View more information about graffiti removal or contact Public Works Maintenance at 541-682-4800 or email PWM.

3. How do I report a dead animal in the street?

The City will pick up dead animals in the City right-of-way (basically city streets, the area between the sidewalk and the curb, parks and bike paths). If the dead animal is located on private property the property owner is responsible for disposal. Citizens can take dogs or cats to LCARA, which is located at:
3970 W 1st Ave
Eugene, OR 97402
Ph: 541-682-3647

They will dispose of the animal for a nominal fee. Lane County Transfer will also accept dead animals for disposal. Some restrictions and requirements apply. Please contact Lane County Transfer at 541-682-4120 for information.

To request a dead animal be picked up, submit a request for service or call Public Works Maintenance at 541-682-4800 or email PWM.

4. How can I get a street light replaced?

We replace or fix street lights on City property, including parks and bike paths. The street light pole number (located on metal bracket on the pole) is helpful but not necessary. We do not replace or fix lights on private property (e.g., business parking lots).

To request a service for a street light, submit a request for service or call Public Works Maintenance at 541-682-4800 or email PWM.

5. How do I report a pothole that needs to be filled?

Public Works Maintenance fills potholes that are three inches or deeper as soon as possible. All others are repaired as time and staffing allow. We need as much information as possible (which side of the road, nearest intersection or street address etc.).

To report a pothole, submit a request for service or call Public Works Maintenance at 541-682-4800 or email PWM.

6. Garbage or Debris in City Right-of-Way

The City will remove garbage in the public right-of-way. Please be as specific as possible about the location (nearest street address or intersection and whether it is blocking the sidewalk or is in the lane of traffic) when making a request for service.

To request that debris or garbage in the City Right-of-Way be removed, please call Public Works Maintenance, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm at (541) 682-4800. For outside normal business hours, please call Eugene Police Non-emergency at (541) 682-5111, or call 9-1-1 if your request is an emergency.

7. Call before you dig… 811

The Oregon Utilities Coordinating Council asks you to “Dig Safely” by contacting them prior to digging to avoid injury from underground utilities. Before planting a tree, digging a ditch or preparing for other building types of activities, you need to call the utilities; this is the responsibility of the customer and not that of the City of Eugene or another governing body.

Call 811 to request that utilities be located on the property where you propose to dig several days prior to digging. You will need to provide information about the project you are planning, what type of work will be done and the affected local utilities. The City of Eugene’s Public Works Maintenance Division will be notified by the One Call Center. Within a few days, a locator will research the property and come to the site to make markings on the ground.

The color coded markings follow the national standard adopted by the American Public Works Association. For more information visit the Call Before You Dig website or call Public Works Maintenance at 541-682-4800 or email PWM.

8. Yellow Curb Request

In Oregon, a curb painted yellow means no parking. No parking signs may also be posted to regulate parking along city streets. Street markings are determined using the standard from the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

To report a fading yellow curb or request an area be designated for a yellow curb, call Public Works Maintenance at 541-682-4800 or email PWM.

9. How do I report a street name sign is missing?

The City conducts an annual survey of every street name sign and develops a plan to replace missing or damaged signs. Citizens are also encouraged to report a missing street name sign.

Missing or malfunctioning traffic signs and signals often relate more directly to creating hazardous conditions for the traveling public. To report a malfunctioning traffic signal or missing traffic sign, call Public Works Maintenance at 541-682-4800 or email PWM during office hours, which are Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or dial 9-1-1 after office hours, on evenings or weekends.

To report a missing street name sign, submit a request for service or call Public Works Maintenance at 541-682-4800 or email PWM.

10. Street Tree Maintenance

Street trees are maintained by the Public Works, Parks and Open Space Division. Visit the Street Tree webpage for more information about the City’s Street Tree program.

To report a problem with a street tree or request maintenance on a street tree, submit a request for service or call Public Works Maintenance at 541-682-4800 or email POS.

11. Vegetation Obstructions

Overgrown vegetation that can create fire and traffic hazards and other vegetation obstructions into the right of way are generally not permitted, as set out in Eugene City Code. The City maintains a Nuisance Vegetation Program to deal with vegetation obstructions.

To report a vegetation that is obstructing a driver’s view or that is obstructing the public right-of-way, submit a request for service or call Public Works Maintenance at 541-682-4800 or email POS.

12. What is the Right-of-Way?

When working in the public way or right-of-way, permission from the public agency is always needed. The right-of-way includes the entire area from curb to curb on paved streets, but also includes property beyond the curb. On streets with sidewalks, the planting strip between the curb and sidewalk, as well as the sidewalk area itself are also within the public right-of-way. In areas without sidewalks, the public right-of-way may extend several feet beyond the curb or end of road surfacing. To learn more about the public right-of-way on your property, use the Survey Location Book or you can contact Public Works Engineering at 541-682-5291 or email PWE.

The Public Works Maintenance staff provide a variety of services to the public regarding right-of-way. From sidewalks to street pole banners to locating underground utilities, the Permits and Right-of-Way staff can provide direction and assistance in navigating the necessary permits and applications.

For more information, call Public Works Maintenance at 541-682-4800 or email PWM.