Public Works Department

The Public Works Department provides a variety of services to West Dundee residents. The department is staffed by 14 full-time and 6 seasonal personnel operating in two divisions: Water & Sewer and Streets.

Public Works Director
Richard Babica
rbabica@wdundee.org

Water Superintendent
Patrick Doyle
pdoyle@wdundee.org

Public Works Secretary
Patti Dahlke
pdahlke@wdundee.org

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The Water & Sewer Division operates the Village’s water system, which includes 3 deep-well water sources, 3 elevated water storage towers with a combined capacity of 2,750,000 gallons, 2 water treatment facilities that incorporate an ion exchange treatment process to improve the overall quality of the water, 46 miles of water mains and over 540 fire hydrants.

The Streets Division maintains more than 88 lane miles of streets, over 430 street lights, curbs and sidewalks. Street sweeping, storm sewer maintenance, traffic control, snow removal and the free fall leaf collection program are all provided through this division. The Streets Division is also responsible for the Village's Forestry Programs, right-of-way mowing and fleet maintenance to over 30 vehicles.

The Streets Division is also responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the public buildings, such as the Village Hall, Public Safety Centers I & II and the Public Works facility, and also maintains the Downtown and Riverwalk areas.