The Streets & Utilities section of the Maintenance Division is responsible for street repairs; sewer/storm drain problems; obscured visibility; street sweeping; flood control questions; storm patrol; light fixture maintenance; banners; graffiti; and City street lights and signs. The maintenance programs described below are done on a proactive rotating basis to assure uninterrupted service. Read to learn more or report problems, make service requests.

Streets
We maintain the paving on all finished roadways from one edge of the asphalt roadway to the other, as well as any drainage structures (curbs, gutters, and sidewalks are property owner's responsibility, unless damage is caused by City-owned trees.). We prepare road surfaces for resurfacing projects; maintain signs and coordinate with Parks & Beaches to eliminate plants/trees that obscure visibility; operate a street sweeping program for improved roadways and maintain City-owned street lights. Fix a pothole or street light.

Sewers
We maintain an ongoing rotational cleaning program (more frequent cleanings for "problem" sections); provide information on backflow requirements; and assist with locating backups and determining who is responsible for clearing them.

Flood Control
We maintain gutters, grates, catch basins, pipe systems, unimproved roadside gullies, ditches and natural drain courses. We perform routine inspections and ongoing maintenance of City drainage systems; maintain a storm patrol during rainy periods; and assist with neighborhood problems.

General Maintenance
We clean, repair, operate and maintain all of the City's public buildings (Sports Center, Conference Center, parking garages, Community Centers).

Public Restrooms
Custodians are on duty from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. (report malfunctions or maintenance problems to Building Maintenance at 646.3926.

Banners/Decorations
We install or remove street decorations and banners.

Graffiti Abatement
We work to remove graffiti as quickly as possible when it is reported to the police at 646.3830 or through our online request form.

Street Lights
We install or replace light bulbs in all public areas; and coordinate with PG&E for maintenance of their light fixtures.

RV Storage Facility
This popular facility at Ryan Ranch is secured with a coded locked gate and motion detector lighting. Open to all Monterey Peninsula residents on a first-come, first-served basis - with priority given to Monterey residents - the lot is currently full. A waiting list has been established.