Public Works Department

The Town of Florence Public Works Department is essential to the community’s daily operations, ensuring the reliability, safety, and improvement of vital infrastructure. The department is organized into four core divisions-Engineering, Facilities Maintenance, Fleet Maintenance, and Streets- each playing a distinct yet interconnected role in supporting the town’s needs. From managing public infrastructure projects to maintaining municipal buildings, servicing the town’s vehicle fleet, and keeping streets clean and safe, Public Works is committed to delivering high-quality service that evolves with the growing demands of the community.

Florence Transportation Planning Study

Traffic Alert

Parking Lot Sealant & Striping Project


The Town of Florence, in conjunction with Weems Asphalt, will be performing sealant and striping work at various Town-owned parking lots. Each lot will be closed for 24 hours while the sealant dries, with striping performed the following day.


Schedule Highlights:

  • Dorothy Nolan Senior Center-Sealant: Sunday, September 21; Striping: Monday, September 22. The parking lot will not be available on Monday, September 22.
  • Jason Lopez Memorial Park (formerly Heritage Park)-Work will be completed in halves to maintain park access:
  • West side of lot: Closed at 6 a.m. on Friday, October 10; reopened at 8 a.m. on Saturday, October 11
  • East side of lot: Closed at 6 a.m. on Friday, October 17; reopened at 8 a.m. on Saturday, October 18

We appreciate the community’s cooperation during this project, which helps extend the life of Town facilities, improves their appearance, and keeps them safe, clean, and accessible for everyone.


Bridge Roadway Repairs – Merrill Ranch Parkway & American Way


The Town of Florence, in conjunction with Weems Asphalt, will be conducting bridge roadway and sidewalk repairs beginning Monday, September 22, 2025, with completion scheduled for Monday, September 29, 2025.

Location: The first bridges east of Hunt Highway on Merrill Ranch Parkway and American Way.


Project Details:

  • Removal of depressed roadway and sidewalk sections.
  • Backfilling, recompacting, and replacement with new asphalt and concrete.
  • Traffic control signage will be in place, with one-way traffic and detours as needed.

Message boards will be posted in the area prior to construction to provide additional notification.


We thank residents and drivers for their patience as these necessary improvements are made to enhance roadway and pedestrian safety.

The Facility Maintenance Division is responsible for the upkeep, repair, and general
maintenance of all Town-owned buildings and facilities. This includes electrical,
plumbing, HVAC, structural repairs, custodial coordination, and preventative
maintenance. The division works to ensure that Town facilities are safe, functional,
and well-maintained to support the daily operations of all departments and provide
a clean, comfortable environment for employees and the public.

The Fleet Maintenance Division is responsible for repairs, servicing, and overall management of the Town’s vehicles and equipment. This includes performing routine maintenance, handling emergency repairs, and coordinating vehicle replacements to ensure the Town’s fleet operates safely, reliably, and efficiently.

The division provides critical support to all Town departments-Administration, Community Services (including the Senior Center), Community Development, Finance, Police, Public Works (including Facilities Maintenance and Streets), and Utilities. It also supports the Fire Department, except for large fire apparatus, which are maintained through external service providers.

The Streets Division is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the public roadways, alleys, and right-of-way areas throughout the town. This includes grading dirt roads, patching potholes, managing street signage, streetlight maintenance coordination, and ensuring safe and clean roadways. The division also supports special events, emergency response, and seasonal tasks such as weed control and storm clean-up.

Location

Contact Us

Address:
444 N. Warner Street
PO Box 2670
Florence, AZ 85132

Phone: 520-868-7620
Hours:
Monday–Friday: 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Public Works Staff

Andy Smith
Public Works Director
(520) 868-7617
andy.smith@florenceaz.gov
Dan Cisco
Streets Superintendent
(520) 251-7642
dan.cisco@florenceaz.gov
Larry Garcia
Fleet Manager
(520) 868-7616
larry,garcia@florenceaz.gov
Jennifer Shaffer
Management Analyst
(520) 868-7614
jennifer.shaffer@florenceaz.gov
Jerry Folk
Facilities Maintenance Manager
(520) 868-7646
jerry.folk@florenceaz.gov
Lindsey Randall
Senior Civil Engineer (EIT)
(520) 868-7621
lindsey.randall@florenceaz.gov
Brian Turcotte
Engineering Technician
(520) 868-7041
brian.turcotte@florenceaz.gov