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Tuesday, February 26, 2013  Public Works Department crews are working around the clock to plow the streets

Thursday, February 21, 2013  Ottumwa Public Works Coordinator says the department is ready for whatever mother natures throws at us.

Tuesday, January 29, 2013  Ottumwa Public Works is gearing up for the expected snowfall in Ottumwa

Wednesday, December 05, 2012  The  Ottumwa Public Works Department is already prepared for the first snowfall.

Monday, July 16, 2012  A lack of humidity and moisture has prevented streets from cracking and buckling.

Tuesday, June 12, 2012  Tuesday Facebook Story of the Day: Where to report potholes in Iowa

Monday, April 30, 2012  Less freezes means a lower number of significant potholes in the Ottumwa area.

Thursday, December 29, 2011  A lack of snow means less spending from the road use budget.

Wednesday, February 23, 2011  Residents in Ottumwa will have to deal with more potholes.

Wednesday, January 19, 2011  The Ottumwa Public Works Crew has been hard at work making sure the streets are safe to travel on.

Thursday, April 29, 2010  Fact Finder looked into Ottumwa's pothole situation after President Obama made a remark in his visit Tuesday.

Monday, February 22, 2010  This winter has caused Ottumwa to already surpass their alloted budget for snow removal.

Tuesday, December 02, 2008  Ottumwa city crews are ready for whatever Old Man Winters throws at them.