The La Mirada Public Works Department focuses on the construction and maintenance of public facilities and parks. It plans the five-year capital improvement program budget, develops plans and specifications and manages the implementation of approved capital projects. The department coordinates the rights-of-way activities of utility companies. The La Mirada Public Works Department also provides encroachment permit review, approval and inspection services. It offers street sweeping services and manages the activities of the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works. In addition, the department has a parks division that maintains parks and athletic facilities. The La Mirada Public Works Department specializes in graffiti removal, janitorial, minor structural repair and tree maintenance services. It is governed by the City of La Mirada in California.