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Civil Service Commission The Civil Service Commission is a three member commission appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by a majority of the Town Council. The Civil Service Commission's regular meetings are held at the Mary Joyce Community Center. Please check the agenda for any specific meeting you would like to attend to confirm actual date and time....

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Roads and Municipal Construction

City of Ruston's Standards In 2005, the Town of Ruston approved Ordinance 952, which adopted the Washington State Department of Transportation's Standard Specifications and Standard Plans for Road, Bridge and Municipal Construction, (and any amendments made thereto), to be used as the Town's Public Works Standards. To view a complete copy of the most recently adopted version...

Sanitary and Storm Sewer

Side Sewer Connections If you need to replace the sewer line between the City's Main connection and your home or business, you will need to obtain a building permit. Complete the building permit application form and submit a to-scale site plan, showing the sewer line to be replaced. If the sewer line repair work is...

Engineering Department

The City of Ruston's Engineering department reviews and approves all civil engineering aspects of development applications and street excavation permits. Generally, the engineering review timeline is about 2 weeks on most submittals. Check out more information under Sewer and Storm water for resources for additional information and application forms. Street Excavation Permits: The City of...

Planning Commission

About Us The Planning Commission is a five member commission appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by a majority of the City Council. The primary charge of the Planning Commission is to make legislative and quasi-judicial recommendations to the City Council on matters related to land use planning including the comprehensive plan, shoreline master program,...

Ruston Public Works Standards

Public Works

Public Works: Maintenance Department The Public Works crew is supervised by the Public Works Supervisor and is responsible for maintenance of the City’s infrastructure. Public Works coordinates with the Engineering Department on storm water and sewer management. All inspection activity for approved street permitted projects are processed through the Public Works department. Check the conditions...

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How much is a pet license?

Altered: $10 Senior owner rate: $5 Unaltered: $30 Senior owner rate: $15 *Proof that the owner is 62 years of age or older or disabled is required. **Proof that the pet is altered is required.

How do I pay my Gas bill?

If you have natural gas service you will want to contact Puget Sound Energy at (888) 225-5773 to set up an account and pay your bill. Visit their website here.

How do I pay my utility bill?

You can make cash and check payments in person, or submit your payment into the dropbox after hours. You can pay your bills 24/7 with Xpress Bill Pay online or by contacting their payment center at 1-800-720-6847. The City of Ruston is not able to accept credit card payments in person or by phone. If you have...

How do I change the occupancy for utility billing ?

You will need to complete a utility change of occupancy form (here) and submit a $200 deposit (required) for all new utility accounts. Payment must be made in cash or check and delivered or mailed to the City of Ruston at 5117 N Winnifred Street Ruston, WA 98407. For further questions visit the utility department...

What services does the City of Ruston provide?

Electric, sewer and storm services will be billed together on your utility bill.