PUBLIC WORKS Definition & Meaning

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public works

plural noun

structures, as roads, dams, or post offices, paid for by government funds for public use.

public works

plural noun

engineering projects and other constructions, financed and undertaken by a government for the community

public works

Public facilities and improvements financed by the government for the public good. Public works include hospitals, bridges, highways, and dams. These projects may be funded by local, state, or federal appropriations . ( See also pork-barrel legislation .)

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of public works¹

First recorded in 1670–80

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Mayor Karen Bass said in a statement that the situation is “truly beyond comprehension” and that public works crews are working to replace the trees as soon as possible.

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“City public works crews are assessing the damage and we will be making plans to quickly replace these damaged trees,” Bass’ spokesperson Zach Seidl said in a statement.

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Mayor Karen Bass said in a statement to ABC7 News that the situation is “truly beyond comprehension” and that public works crews are working to replace the trees as soon as possible.

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The public works, regional planning and mental health departments, as well as the Sheriff’s Department, would be exempt from the cuts, according to a county spokesperson.

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Displaying a deft popular and political touch, Oligui Nguema has responded to public hunger for change with an acceleration of public works and delayed projects.

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