Parks/Cemeteries

Functions

• Mow approximately 52 acres. This includes cemeteries, airport runway lights, city buildings, etc. Trim and landscape these areas as well.
• Maintain and clean four parks. Pick up trash and clean restrooms daily.
• Maintain 46 flower beds and flower pots throughout the city.
• Mosquito fogging three times a week if possible. However, there are a lot of factors that throw off this schedule, including rain and damp weather, and winds over 10 mph. Fogging can’t be done during daylight hours.
• Set up for special events at Stancil Exposition, Samuel Wiley Park, airport, parades, etc.

Staff

The Parks/Cemeteries Department has five employees.