Public Works Department

Welcome to the Public Works Department. We provide a variety of services to the community in the areas of public health and safety, environmental quality, and economic development.

Newport’s coastal location, geography,and weather present many challenges. The Public Works Department is dedicated to providing proactive solutions and responses in such areas as:

Water treatment and distribution
Street maintenance and repair
Wastewater treatment
Storm drainage
Engineering issues
Economic development projects

We invite you to contact us with your suggestions, concerns, observations, or compliments. Thanks for visiting!

-Lee Ritzman

Public Works Director and City Engineer

Please click here to contact us

Public Works Department - (541) 574-3366