Sec. 6-3. - Public works department; powers and duties.

The department of public works shall be responsible for the functions and services of the City relating to streets, highways, sidewalks, bridges, watercourses, street lighting, parks and a water supply system; of the sanitary and storm sewers, sewer systems and sewage disposal plants or places; of the collection and disposal of garbage and other refuse; of the construction, maintenance, repair and operation of all public buildings and properties other than those of the school department belonging to or used by the city; of building, electrical and plumbing inspection; and the issuance of building, electrical and plumbing permits; of weights and measures; and of such other functions as may be prescribed by ordinance.