The Department of Streets is responsible for overseeing the repair, cleaning and maintenance of all public streets, alleys and other City right of-ways as well as the collection and disposal of refuse. This is accomplished through six different divisions which are as follows:

Todd Waelterman, Director of Streets

The Director of Streets is responsible for the administration the Department of Streets. Through Right-of Way management, the Director’s office also oversees the Lateral Sewer Repair Program and manages the 50/50 Sidewalk Program. In addition, the issuance of all permits pertaining to street blocking, parades, parking, taxicabs, transportation, and sidewalks and driveways, fall under this department’s pervue.

Permits:

Street Division

The Street Division is responsible for the maintenance of 1,100 miles of streets and 600 miles of alleys within the City. Specific functions performed by this division include street resurfacing and repair, street cleaning, snow removal, and wharf cleaning and maintenance on the riverfront. The Street division oversees numerous paving projects as a result of the annual St. Louis Works street improvement program.

Refuse Division

The Refuse Division is responsible for collection and disposing of the City’s waste. The Refuse Division coordinates efforts to reduce the amount of waste going to landfills, such as recycling, composting, and waste reduction.

Traffic and Lighting

The Transportation and Traffic Division manages the City’s traffic and street lighting needs. This division is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all traffic signals, traffic signs, street painting, and street signs.

Auto Towing and Storage

The Auto Towing and Storage Division manages the towing of cars within the City. Cars towed in the City fall into two categories, cars towed under orders of the Police Department and cars that have been abandoned. The City tows cars ordered by the Police Department and contracts with a private company for the derelict tows.

Port Authority

The Port Authority of the City of St. Louis manages all phases of harbor and wharf operations including the enforcement of regulations.

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