National Public Works Week 2015: Please join the Department of Public Works in celebration of National Public Works Week (NPWW) May 17 - 23, 2015. Across North America, more than 28,000 members in the US and Canada use this week to energize and educate the public on the importance of the contribution of public works to their daily lives: planning, building, managing, and operating the heart of local communities and building the quality of life. Please join us during this week of celebration. MONDAY, MAY 18TH DPW Open House Atlanta City Hall Atrium 9:00 am - 12:00 noon SATURDAY, MAY 16th Dexter C. White Memorial 5K Walk/Run Atlanta City Hall, 68 Mitchell Street, SW Atlanta, GA 30303, 9:00 am – 12:00 noon In honor of the late Dexter C. White, Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, the City of Atlanta will officially kick-off NPWW with a 5K Walk/Run to increase health & wellness and in support of a college scholarship fund of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity a 501(C)3 organization. The 51-year-old Deputy Commissioner served in key governmental roles impacting the field of Public Works. He is credited with improving the City of Atlanta's Solid Waste Services, making its fleet more sustainable and introducing 96-gallon recycling carts in an effort to reduce Atlanta's carbon footprint. He was known nationwide for his overall contributions to Public Policy, Solid Waste Management, and Public Works. Register at: www.gofundme.com/NPWWDexter2015 SUNDAY, MAY 17TH Worship Service with Bishop Robert C. Wright, The Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta, 11:15 am St. Catherine's Episcopal Church 571 Holt Road, Marietta, GA 30066 The American Public Works Association Georgia Chapter Metro Atlanta Branch will attend the 11:15 am Sunday worship service with The Right Reverend Robert C. Wright, Bishop, The Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta. Bishop Wright is an advocate for Public Works and has participated in various outreach activities with the City of Atlanta. This event is open to the public. Email: [email protected]. TUESDAY, MAY 19TH 9:00 am 12:00 Noon THURSDAY, M AY 21ST Recycling Seminar for Senior Residents, 10:30 am FRIDAY, M AY 22ND Recycling Seminar for Senior Residents, 12:00 noon Everyone is encouraged to recycle to keep Atlanta clean and beautiful. Everyone is encouraged to recycle to keep Atlanta clean and beautiful. Dogwood Neighborhood Senior Center 1950 D. L. Hollowell Parkway, NW Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30318 Southeast Neighborhood Senior Center 1650 Newtown Circle, SE Atlanta, GA 30315 City Council Proclamation OFS - 23 Claire Drive 1:00 pm Atlanta, GA 30315 Contact: Tracy Hambrick Email: [email protected]. Contact: Tracy Hambrick Email: [email protected] Atlanta City Hall City Council Chambers THURSDAY, MAY 21ST Tour the Streetcar Vehicle Maintenance Facility (VMF) 11:00 am FRIDAY, MAY 22ND 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm The Office of Fleet Services has tips to share personal car care Meet DPW staff, and learn and preventive maintenance. about DPW Services. The first 25 DPW employees to This event is being held in register will receive tips on how to coordination with the Mayor’s take care of their personal vehicle Office of Constituent Services, including proper tire pressure, oil Senior Day at City Hall and change intervals, safety tips and Credit Union of Atlanta. more! DPW Employees only. Community Leaders Roundtable 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Atlanta City Hall Council Floor Open Area Are you a NPU Chairperson, president of your community club or neighborhood organization? Join us for an afternoon of tea and snacks. Members of the DPW Leadership Team will be available to share information about the many services that DPW provides to the City of Atlanta. For information about any of these activities please email: [email protected] Contact: Michelle Chatman Email: [email protected]. WEDNESDAY, MAY 20TH Career Fair 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Lean about the history of the Atlanta Streetcar and have discounted lunch at Sweet Auburn Seafood. Atlanta City Hall Old Council Chambers Human Resources & AWDA share VMF, 274 Auburn Avenue, SW tips on preparing for a job interview, resume writing, & more! Atlanta, GA 30303 Contact: Keith Hillsman Contact: Alyshia Shands Email: [email protected]. Email: [email protected] WEDNESDAY, MAY 20TH Money Talk with Credit Union of Atlanta 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm THURSDAY, MAY 20TH Money Talk with Credit Union of Atlanta 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Transportation - North Avenue 1150 North Avenue, NW Atlanta, GA 30318 Solid Waste – Lakewood 1150 North Avenue, NW Atlanta, GA 30318 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Join us at Piedmont Park for the 2015 Atlanta Jazz Festival! Visit our booth and play the DPW Prize Wheel. SATURDAY, MAY 23RD DPW Employee Recognition Community Picnic & BBQ Cook-Off 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Grant Park 840 Cherokee Ave., SE Atlanta, GA 30312 The community is invited to share in appreciating Public Works with a fun day in the park. Registration for the Cook-Off is open to DPW Employees only. For more information email to: [email protected].
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