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Public Works

The Public Works Department consists of three divisions: Engineering, Street Maintenance, and Facilities and Fleet Maintenance.

Bruce B. Harry, Jr., Director of Public Works Bruce Harry began work with Rancho Mirage in June 1985 as an Associate Engineer responsible for the City’s Capital Improvement Program, and was promoted to Director of Public Works in September 1997.  Prior to joining Rancho Mirage, he worked for Bechtel Power Corporation as a Cost and Scheduling Engineer during the construction of the Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station located 40 miles west of Phoenix, Arizona. His career in public works began more than 30 years ago after graduating from the University of Southern California, where he received a BS degree in Civil Engineering/Architecture.  His career has involved innovative and unique projects such as the Rancho Mirage Public Library, City Hall and Council Chambers, City Corporation Yard, city-wide utility undergrounding, major flood control and local storm drains, and numerous roads and bridges.  He has developed and managed over 400 capital improvement projects totaling nearly $300 million.  Under his direction the City has received numerous awards, recognitions and citations such as the 1999 Desert Beautiful Award for “Outstanding Contribution to Desert Beautification”, the 2004 American Public Works Association Award for “Project of the Year”, and several American Automobile Association Pedestrian Safety Citations. He is a member of the Riverside County Transportation Commission’s Technical Advisory Committee and the Coachella Valley Association of Governments Transportation Technical Advisory Subcommittee. He has developed strong partnerships with public agencies, citizens, contractors, local businesses and nonprofit organizations. Mission Statement: The Public Works Department is comprised of a group of professionals committed to providing the residents with the highest level of customer service, the protection of standards that protect their high quality of life and the commitment to serving the public in a timely and professional manner. Vision: To be recognized and respected by the citizens of the City of Rancho Mirage because of our commitment to protecting and preserving their quality of life. Core Beliefs: We believe…. Our strength lies in the unity of our diverse staff; in the involvement of all staff in establishing goals and in solving problems; in conducting our business with openness, respect, and quality; the spirit of public services is what builds quality communities; open decision-making that is of the highest ethical standards, which instills public trust; the active participation of all staff increases the department’s effectiveness; and a well-informed staff means responsive, visionary leadership, and effective and efficient operations. 69-825 Highway 111 Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 Phone: (760) 770-3224 Fax: (760) 770-3261 Bruce B. Harry, Jr., Director of Public Works

Engineering Division

Phone: (760) 770-3224
Fax: (760) 770-3261
Bill Enos, City Engineer

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, plan checking and inspection services for grading, on-site and off-site infrastructure improvements for all development, providing professional civil and engineering services for the City, other City departments and private homeowner associations as necessary. Provide project management and contract administration for City projects. The division oversees the majority of the City Capital Improvement Projects and remains committed to maintaining and upgrading the community’s infrastructure through an aggressive Capital Improvement Program, ensuring that new development meets all City standards and responding in a professional and dedicated manner to the concerns of residents and businesses alike.

Speed Limits and Regulations

Click on the links below to view the documents.

• City of Rancho MIrage Current Speed Zones by Roadway Segment

• Regulations for Establishing Speed Limits

2013 Traffic Counts

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Street         Location

Bob Hope Drive            N/O Country Club Drive
Bob Hope Drive            S/O Country Club Drive
Bob Hope Drive            N/O Dinah Shore Drive
Bob Hope Drive            N/O Frank Sinatra Drive
Bob Hope Drive            N/O Gerald Ford Drive
Bob Hope Drive            N/O Highway 111
Bob Hope Drive            S/O Ramon Road
Country Club Drive        E/O Bob Hope Drive
Country Club Drive        W/O Bob Hope Drive
Country Club Drive        E/O Highway 111
Country Club Drive        W/O Monterey Avenue
Da Vall Drive               N/O Dinah Shore Drive
Da Vall Drive               N/O Frank Sinatra Drive
Da Vall Drive               N/O Gerald Ford Drive
Da Vall Drive               N/O Ramon Road
Da Vall Drive               S/O Ramon Road
Dinah Shore Drive         W/O Bob Hope Drive
Dinah Shore Drive         W/O Da Vall Drive
Dinah Shore Drive         W/O Monterey Avenue
Frank Sinatra Drive       E/O Bob Hope Drive
Frank Sinatra Drive       W/O Bob Hope Drive
Frank Sinatra Drive       W/O Da Vall Drive
Frank Sinatra Drive      W/O Highway 111
Frank Sinatra Drive      W/O Monterey Avenue
Gerald Ford Drive        E/O Bob Hope Drive
Gerald Ford Drive        W/O Bob Hope Drive
Gerald Ford Drive        E/O Da Vall Drive
Gerald Ford Drive        W/O Monterey Avenue
Highway 111              W/O Bob Hope Drive
Highway 111              N/O Country Club Drive
Highway 111              S/O Country Club Drive
Highway 111              N/O Frank Sinatra Drive
Highway 111              S/O Frank Sinatra Drive
Highway 111              W/O Indian Trail Road
Highway 111              W/O Magnesia Falls
Highway 111              W/O Rancho Las Palmas
Monterey Avenue         N/O Country Club Drive
Monterey Avenue         S/O Country Club Drive
Monterey Avenue         S/O Dinah Shore Drive
Monterey Avenue         N/O Frank Sinatra Drive
Monterey Avenue         S/O Frank Sinatra Drive
Monterey Avenue         N/O Gerald Ford Drive
Monterey Avenue         S/O Gerald Ford Drive
Monterey Avenue         N/O Park View
Ramon Road              E/O Da Vall Drive 

Standard Plans

Standard Plans for Public Works Construction:

Index (15k PDF)

• 100 Series (531k PDF)
• 200 Series (1.3mb PDF)
• 300 Series (1.4mb PDF)
• 400 Series (659k PDF)
• 500 Series (327k PDF)
• 600 Series (1.5mb PDF)
• 700 Series (340k PDF)
• Special Provisions (85k PDF)
• Benchmark Data Sheets & Map (2.39mb PDF)
• Local Air Quality Management Plan LAQMP (427k PDF)
• Standard Plans, Notes and LAQMP (2.16mb Zip File)
• Building & Saftey Wall Handout (497k PDF)

Pending NPDES Rules

• NPDES Rules Part 1 (2.14mb PDF)
• NPDES Rules Part 2 (3.7mb PDF)
• NPDES Rules Part 3 (2.71mb PDF)
• Public Notice & Review Period For NPDES Rules (13k PDF)

Inspections

For inspection requests, please call our 24 hour inspection line at (760)324-8271 before 3 p.m. and the inspection will be done the following day. Leave the Permit Number, Address and Type of Inspection.

Pool Draining

Citizens can come by the Public Works counter and provide the address where the pool is located and the date (1 day permit) when you will be draining.

• Fee is $15.00

Capital Improvement Program

Click on the links below to view Capital Improvement Projects.

• FY 2011/2012
• FY 2012/2013
• Projects Continued From Prior Years' Appropriations

Street Maintenance Division

Phone: (760) 343-0561
Fax: (760) 343-3792
Dave Martin, Street Maintenance Supervisor

This division’s primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, maintaining all public streets, storm drain systems, public rights-of-way, traffic signs, signals and safety lighting, street striping and markings, street sweeping contract administration, signage replacements, and providing the motorists with the latest advances in traffic safety. The division also assists in the continued implementation of the PM10 (Particulate Matter under 10 Micrometers in ambient air pollution) program and in developing programs to meet the requirements of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit.

Facilities and Fleet Maintenance Division

Phone: (760) 343-0561 Ext 521
Fax: (760) 343-3792
Bill Oppenheim, Facilities and Fleet Maintenance Manager

Facilities and Fleet Maintenance, a division of the Public Works Department, is headed by the Facilities and Fleet Maintenance Manager who plans, directs and coordinates facilities maintenance for City Hall, Library, Public Works Yard, City Hall Annex, two Fire Stations, five parks, 24 centerline miles of landscaped median islands, parkways and Senior Housing Projects. The Fleet Maintenance and Facilities Maintenance Manager supervises a Facilities Maintenance Staff of five technicians.  This division is also responsible for contract management services for landscaping maintenance, janitorial services, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) maintenance, fleet maintenance and numerous other service contracts to perform routine and extraordinary maintenance services.

The City’s first park, Whitewater Park, is a gem in the desert. The four lighted tennis courts, two lighted basketball courts, picnic areas, ball field, and children’s playground area are major attractions. The park is under the watchful eye of a full-time parks maintenance worker.

Rancho Mirage’s second park was dedicated to the memory of the late Michael S. Wolfson, former Mayor and Councilman. This park, which also fronts on the Whitewater Wash, is a passive park facility. The park was specifically designed for the visually impaired; a Braille trail and scent gardens are highlights for the many visitors to the park.

Rancho Mirage’s third park, the Cancer Survivors Park, was built by the Bloch Foundation on City property southwest of City Hall. The park was built to honor the survivors of cancer and provide hope for all cancer patients. Many beautiful sculptures, reflecting pools and tiled benches are featured at this cancer survivor themed park.

Rancho Mirage’s fourth park, the Magnesia Falls Neighborhood Park, is a joint-use facility in conjunction with Palm Springs Unified School District and the Family YMCA of the Desert. This park serves the immediate neighborhood located near Rancho Mirage Elementary School.

Rancho Mirage’s fifth park, the Blixseth Mountain Park, is the City’s first desert park, showcasing indigenous plant materials and featuring the natural environment. This park, with its winding paths, is utilized by desert enthusiasts and the nearby Rancho Mirage Elementary School.