Office of Deputy City Manager, Public Works

This portfolio includes the following City departments:

• Environmental Services' stewardship of the City’s water, wastewater and stormwater systems, and delivery of solid waste management services, is critical to the function of a rapidly growing city. This department is committed to managing these systems and services with a focus on ensuring regulatory compliance and financial sustainability while providing value-for-money to the city’s residents and businesses.
• Parks, Forestry and Horticulture Operations is responsible for the maintenance of parks and open spaces including trail systems, playgrounds, cemeteries, and a variety of sports fields and courts. This department provides support for community events, maintains horticultural displays and flower beds, and ensures the sustainability of the city's urban tree canopy.
• Transportation and Fleet Management Services maintains Vaughan roads, including snow plowing, windrow clearing and road and sidewalk repairs. This department manages traffic, including maintaining signalized intersections and streetlights, and administration of the School Crossing Guard program while also ensuring City vehicles and equipment are well-maintained to operate safely and reliably.
• Strategic Portfolio Management plays a critical role in supporting a culture of innovation, collaboration and value-centric decision-making to ensure service delivery is not only effective, but also aligned with the needs of the Vaughan community.