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Public Works
Bothell's Public Works Department is responsible for the planning, design, construction and maintenance of the City’s infrastructure. We provide a variety of essential services, including the levy-funded Safe Streets & Sidewalks program, to safeguard quality of life, health, property, and public welfare. Read the 2023 - 2024 Public Works Strategic Plan to learn more about our near- and long-term plans.
- Administer the levy-funded Safe Streets & Sidewalks program;
- Address issues relating to traffic engineering and transportation planning;
- Plan, operate and maintain the water, sanitary sewer and storm/surface water utilities;
- Manage the City’s solid waste, recycling and sustainability programs;
- Analyze the design and development of the City’s infrastructure, and implement the Capital Facilities Plan (CFP);
- Provide engineering review and inspections in conjunction with private development to ensure consistency with City codes and standards; and,
- Maintain the City’s fleet and facilities.
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Business Opportunities and Small Works Projects
The City posts opportunities for bids, small works projects, RFPs, and RFQs year-round.
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Bothell Standards
The Bothell Design and Construction Standards and Specifications apply whenever any public or private work is performed within City limits.
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Capital Facilities Plan Update
City Council adopts an updated Capital Facilities Plan every two years. This plan prioritizes how we spend money on Facilities, Parks and Open Spaces, Transportation, Water Utility, Storm Utility, and Sewer Utility projects.
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Capital Improvement Projects
The Capital Improvement Projects Division provides permanent infrastructure investments to Bothell's transportation and utility facilities.
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Facilities
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Fleet
The Fleet Division is part of the City of Bothell Public Works Department. Staff in the Fleet Division purchase and maintain City vehicles for all departments.
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Garbage Service
We manage the solid waste contracts with Recology. Garbage, recycling, and compost service is required in Bothell.
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Recycling Resources
We manage the City's recycling program and offer community resources to help citizens and businesses reduce, reuse, and recycle.
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Safe Streets & Sidewalks Program
Learn about the 9-year Safe Streets & Sidewalks levy that helps improve the safety and condition of Bothell's streets.
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Sewer Service
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Surface Water Management
Surface Water Management works to protect and restore our water through protective and restorative measures, best practices, and public outreach.
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Sustainability
Public Works manages the City's sustainability program. It focuses on helping the community reduce their environmental impacts while improving their standard of living.
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Transportation
The Transportation Division plans, designs, and implements various transportation planning and traffic engineering projects throughout the City.
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Utility Billing
Find information about your water and sewer bills.
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Water Service
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Imagine Bothell Comprehensive Plan Update
It's time for Bothell to begin updating the Imagine Bothell Comprehensive Plan! What exactly is the Comprehensive Plan and why does it matter? Find answers to these questions and more. Read on...