Purpose: The purpose of the Public Works is to advise Town Council, staff and the Public Works Department on activities concerning the Town's physical infrastructure, mainly roads, water and storm water drainage. The committee recommends priorities for attention, priorities for expenditure and items for the Capital Improvement Plan as it relates to infrastructural improvement. It addresses public concerns which relate to road conditions and water service. The Committee also works with the Planning Board in Subdivision approvals as it relates to infrastructural development.

Membership: There are two permanent members on the Committee: the Director of Public Works Department and the Engineer employed by the Town. Additional membership is open to full and part-time residents; there is no attendance requirement. Application is made by attending Committee meetings and declaring a desire for membership. Members are appointed by Town Council. Preference is given to applicants who have an interest in the overall infrastructural needs of the Town and who have some experience and knowledge in roads and water issues.

Training: There is no formal training required for new members; however, knowledge of the Town road system is helpful.

Current Members: Kathy Copley – Chairperson; Kevin Aldridge – Director of the Public Works Department; David Poore – Town Engineer; Mayor Bob Dodson; Mayor Pro Tem Richard DeMott; John Buchanan; Bill Diercksen; Ken Smock; Laura V. Wilson