Bernadette, a representative of the City of Mountlake Terrace Public Works Department, said the department maintains the city’s street, stormwater, sewer and water systems and invited residents to a public meeting.

"When we do our jobs right, you never even think of us," Bernadette said, describing the department’s everyday responsibilities and noting that maintenance crews work early every weekday "to ensure that your faucets work and your toilets flush." She also told residents, "Whenever you call City Hall, Public Works, you'll reach me," and encouraged attendance at a community conversation scheduled for Jan. 29 at 6 p.m. at Mountlake Terrace City Hall.

The department’s remarks framed the meeting as an opportunity for residents to learn about routine maintenance and service responsibilities — streets, storm drains, sewer and water lines — and to speak directly with Public Works staff about local infrastructure concerns. Bernadette said the department handles calls routed through City Hall and will be present at the meeting to answer questions.

No formal actions, votes or regulatory references were made during the remarks recorded in the transcript.