Public Services
Public Services
Public Services includes construction, operation, and
maintenance of the Town’s infrastructure, which includes streets, sidewalks, buildings, parks, water/sewer system, and all other public places.
Public Services operates seven days a week, but hours fluctuate based on needs and snowfall! An employee is available to assist with questions, comments, or concerns during regular business hours, Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. The personnel in this department have responsibilities all over town and may not always be in the office. Feel free to leave a message and your call or email will be returned.
It is considered work in the public way when:
All work performed within the public right of way of the Town of West Yellowstone requires the issuance of an excavation permit. Excavation permits are necessary for utility excavation, water taps, sewer taps, sidewalk, curb, gutter and driveway access construction. All work performed must be in compliance with the Town’s Standards for Design and Construction, which can be obtained from the Public Services Office. Prior to the issuance of the permit the applicant must provide written proof of insurance and bonding. Work conducted in the right of way of the state highway is subject to the approval by the Montana Department of Transportation. The Town of West Yellowstone Public Services Department requires the marking of all excavations in white be flagged Locates must be called in to the Utilities Underground Location Center contacted at 1–800–424–5555 two (2) working days before excavating. The excavation permit holder must follow all state and federal (including OSHA) safety regulations.
Forms & Permits
Please look at the forms and permits to see if one may pertain to your needs. Once reviewed additional questions will be answered by contacting the Public Works Department or calling the Town Offices at 646-7795.
STAFF
Public Services is staffed by the Superintendent of Public Services, Deputy Superintendent of Public Services, Equipment Operators and Laborers. Public Services also includes the Water & Sewer Department and Recreation Department.
KC Tanner
