Public Works is the foundation of a thriving community! From keeping our roads smooth and facilities running to managing stormwater and emergency response—much of what Public Works does happens behind the scenes, but its impact is felt every single day.In this episode of Sanford Says: Beyond City Hall, host Lisa Holder is joined by Public Works and Utilities Director Brynt Johnson and key leadership staff to pull back the curtain on how Sanford stays safe, connected, and moving forward.

Featured Guests:

• Brynt Johnson – Public Works and Utilities Director
• Mike Cash – Public Works Operations Manager
• Pete Wilson – Streets Superintendent
• Denis Kanelakis – Facilities Superintendent
• Brett Ferguson – Fleet Superintendent
• Shawn Lemons – Stormwater Superintendent

In this episode, we cover:

• 🛠️ The People Behind the Work: The dedicated field crews, inspectors, operators, and staff who keep services running 24/7.
• 🚜 Infrastructure & Maintenance: Preventive care for roads, sidewalks, facilities, fleet, and drainage systems that protects taxpayer investments.
• 🚨 Emergency Operations: Why Public Works is known as "First ones in, last ones out" during storms and emergency events.
• 🌿 Environmental Responsibility: Sustainable practices in stormwater management, waste reduction, and resilient design.
• 🏅 APWA Accreditation: The major efforts underway to achieve national accreditation for high-quality public service delivery.

Get Involved: Public Works is a partnership with the community! Share your feedback, report maintenance needs, and stay connected with city projects.🌐 Learn More & Report Issues: https://www.sanfordfl.gov 🔔 Subscribe to our channel for more behind-the-scenes looks at City Hall operations!