City of Alpena

		Duties
	*City Engineer* *Rich Sullenger* City Hall 208 N. First Avenue Alpena, Michigan 49707 Phone: (989) 354-1700 Fax: (989) 354-1709 Email: richs@alpena.mi.us	It is the responsibility of the Engineering Department to oversee the capital infrastructure projects occurring within and for the City of Alpena. The Engineering Department designs most of these projects with its in-house staff and is performing more in-house design by using its new computer-aided, drafting system. The Engineering Department oversees: Annual tree planting program Sidewalk program Contractual operation of the water and wastewater plan Water and wastewater plant capital improvements Capital improvement program for all infrastructure improvements Street system (compliance with Act 51) Bituminous pavement repair and paving program Pavement marking program Sign inventory Water distribution maintenance Wastewater collection maintenance

Duties

City Engineer
Rich Sullenger

City Hall
208 N. First Avenue
Alpena, Michigan 49707

Phone: (989) 354-1700
Fax: (989) 354-1709
Email: richs@alpena.mi.us

It is the responsibility of the Engineering Department to oversee the capital infrastructure projects occurring within and for the City of Alpena. The Engineering Department designs most of these projects with its in-house staff and is performing more in-house design by using its new computer-aided, drafting system.

The Engineering Department oversees:

Annual tree planting program
Sidewalk program
Contractual operation of the water and wastewater plan
Water and wastewater plant capital improvements
Capital improvement program for all infrastructure improvements
Street system (compliance with Act 51)
Bituminous pavement repair and paving program
Pavement marking program
Sign inventory
Water distribution maintenance
Wastewater collection maintenance

Engineering Department full-time employees

	Steve Shultz Assistant City Engineer Email steves@alpena.mi.us
	Dan Paquette Engineering Aide Email danp@alpena.mi.us

	Vickie Roznowski Office Clerk Email vickier@alpena.mi.us

Engineering FAQ's

Where is my property line?

Generally speaking, your property line is 18 inches behind the sidewalk; however, there are some exceptions.

Can I plant trees in the right-of-way?

Yes, however, you must have permission from the City of Alpena. Furthermore, only certain trees can be planted in the right-of-way.

How do I get sidewalk installed or replaced in front of my property?

You can contact the City Engineer’s office to schedule a meeting to discuss the sidewalk to be installed or replaced, and you will be given an estimate of your cost to have the sidewalk work performed.

When is a right-of-way permit needed, and how do I obtain one?

A right-of-way permit is required any time work is performed in the right-of-way or adjacent to it. A permit can be obtained from the City Engineer’s office and can usually be issued immediately. In some instances an on-site inspection must be performed prior to issuance of the permit, which can delay the process by one or two days.

Upcoming Projects
(Projects listed in this section are part of the current budget, which is subject to change at any time for various reasons including, but not limited to, prioritization and funding abilities.)


Computerized Infrastructure Mapping for the Sewer and Water Systems


Employee Access



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		SRF/DWRF Sanitary Sewer and Water Main Installation

		Sidewalk Programs

		Sub-Precinct Sidewalk Program

		Voluntary Sidewalk Program

		Completed Projects
		Long Rapids Road Reconstruction-2008

		Downtown Street Improvments - Summer 2008

		Fletcher Street Reconstruction - Fall 2007