Public Works Department
With a budget of $80 million annually and $40 million more for capital enhancements, the City’s Public Works Department is driving unparalleled advancements in our community!
The Department of Public Works oversees many projects from innovative engineering and efficient street systems to essential water, wastewater, and emergency services—all while championing sustainability. We strive to provide exceptional water, sanitation, transportation, and public safety services, ensuring Thousand Oaks remains the gold standard of vibrant, thriving communities where every resident enjoys an exceptional quality of life.
Department responsibilities include:
- Emergency Management
- Engineering (Construction and Traffic)
- Field Operations
- Solid and Hazardous Waste
- Sustainability
- Streets and Roads
- Transit
- Water and Wastewater
Public Works at a Glance
400
acres of City-maintained landscape
380
total miles of road the City maintains.
$8
million is the annual cost to maintain and repair the City's streets.
27,000
City maintained trees
Contact the Public Works Team
After Hour Emergencies
Water or Wastewater
(805) 432-7078
Street or Landscape
(805) 432-7075
APWA Accreditation
In 2010, the City's Public Works Department was the first in Ventura County to be accredited by the American Public Works Association (APWA) and 62nd in the nation. The City has since been re-accredited three times. In November 2022, re-accreditation included a review of 534 policies, practices, and programs that were recorded as 100 percent compliant. The most recent accreditation will remain in place until 2026.
Municipal Service Center
1993 Rancho Conejo Boulevard
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
(805) 449-2499
Monday through Thursday
6:30 am- 5:00 pm
Public Works Public Counter
2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd,
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
(805) 449-2518
Monday 7:30 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday 7:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday 9:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Alternating Fridays 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Online services are available at TO24. Hours are subject to change. Please call (805) 449-2500 prior to your visit.