The City of Rocky Mount collects approximately 26,000 cubic yards of loose leaves every year. If these leaves were to be placed on a football field (endzones included), the leaves would be approximately 4 feet deep.
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The Public Works Department is responsible for providing quality public services in a timely, professional, efficient, and responsive manner with regards to the repair and maintenance of the city streets and drainage infrastructure, the city fleet of motor vehicles and equipment, collection and disposal of municipal solid waste, and enforcement of the public health, safety, and nuisance ordinances and minimum housing code. These services are to be provided in such a way that they promote a high quality of life for city residents and contribute to the safe movement of people and goods while protecting the environment, public health, and safety.