The Public Services Department, located in City Hall, is responsible for planning, operating and maintaining the city's streets, storm drainage system, wastewater collection, drinking water storage and distribution and groundwater well production. The department also includes the engineering division. Its current director is Klara Fabry.
The Economic Development Department helps entrepreneurs start businesses in Watsonville and also tries to attract existing businesses to the city. It promotes "Grow in Watsonville" through a website, social media, professional brochures and other outreach methods.
The Roseville Utility Exploration Center is situated inside the library complex of Maheny Regional Park. Here, visitors can view exhibits about water conservation, solid waste disposal and energy conservation. The drop-in exploration center was the first city building to earn LEED certification. It offers school field trips, tours and workshops on green technologies for homeowners, business owners or anyone in the community with an interest in environmental issues.