public works

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Those who refuse say they are denied the chance to participate in public works schemes, often the only local work available.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

"We ask everyone to plan ahead, stay safe and warm, and stay off the roads to help our public works and public safety efforts," Wu said.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

On Sunday, county public works crews constructed a temporary bridge essentially out of dirt, according to Capt. Shawn Millerick, a spokesperson for the San Bernardino County Fire Department.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 28, 2025

Reforms in permitting for energy, mining or public works?

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025

Hardly any-body could tell you the name of a city councilman, or a county commissioner, or the head of the public works department, or the planning department, or the fire department.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger