Public Works & Parks

Paul J. Moosey, P.E., Commissioner

Top Services

Construction Activity
Fall Leaf Collection Program
Private Street Information
Trash & Recycling Guide
Water Quality Report
Water/Sewer Bill Payments
To request services or report problems, call 508-929-1300 or submit your request online through our online customer service center.

News & Announcements

2019 Fall Leaf Collection—No Parking in Posted Collection Areas

On Thursday, November 14, leaf collection will begin in Routes 6 and 37 shown in the green shaded areas on the map online at http://www.worcesterma.gov/streets/fall-leaf-collection.
Posted: Wednesday 11/13/19

2019 Fall Leaf Collection—No Parking in Posted Collection Areas

On Tuesday, November 12, leaf collection will begin in Routes 3, 4, 5, 35 and 36 shown in the green shaded areas on the map viewable online at http://www.worcesterma.gov/streets/fall-leaf-collection.
Posted: Friday 11/08/19

Trash and Recycling Collection Delay: Veterans Day Holiday

Trash and recycling will not be collected on Monday, November 11, 2019 due to the Veterans Day Holiday. Monday’s collection will be on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 and collections for the rest of the week will be one day later than normal.
Posted: Friday 11/08/19

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On Friday, November 15, DPW&P will begin collecting leaves in the following areas. Please obey all posted No Parking signs. Cars interfering with collection will be ticketed. Placing brush or branches in the street may result in fines....
Posted: Thursday 11/14/19 4:05 PM

Trash and recycling in Worcester will be delayed one day due to Veterans Day on Monday, November 11th.
Posted: Thursday 11/14/19 6:00 AM

On Thursday, November 14, DPW&P will begin collecting leaves in the following areas. Please obey all posted No Parking signs. Cars interfering with collection will be ticketed. Placing brush or branches in the street may result in fines....
Posted: Wednesday 11/13/19 3:32 PM

Vote now- Worcester vying for grant to support concert series at Crompton Park. Cast your votes by 8PM on Wednesday, November 20th....
Posted: Wednesday 11/13/19 10:00 AM

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Fall Leaf Collection

The Fall Leaf Collection Program for 2019 will begin on November 4th and typically takes approximately 6-8 weeks to complete, depending on weather. Please visit the Fall Leaf Collection page for current routes and a collection map.

Leaf & Yard Waste Drop-Off Sites Open

The Worcester Public Works Department operates three yard waste drop-off sites for all Worcester residents, open April through November.

Prevent Frozen Pipes

As cold weather sets in, learn how to help prevent frozen pipes in your home.

Ski Program 2020

This 8-week Ski and Snowboard Program is available to students (8 years and older), siblings, and parents/guardians, as well as friends and other family members. Children must be enrolled in Grade 3 or higher to purchase the 8 week lift badge and participate in the lesson program.

Snowplow Applications Now Accepted

We are now hiring snow plowing equipment for the upcoming winter season. Please fill out and return an application if you are interested.

More Seasonal Information...

Programs & Initiatives

Clean Worcester Waters
The City of Worcester is developing a long-term plan that will help prioritize investments in our water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure for the next 50 years.

Main Street Reimagined
The City is embarking on a long-overdue $11 million top-to-bottom reconstruction of Main Street. This is not simply a repaving project. This is a complete reimagining of Main Street.

Children and Staff Raising Their Hands in a Circle in a Park

Recreation Worcester
Recreation Worcester is a free year-round out-of-school time program run by the City of Worcester. Through after-school programs, students will engage with program staff and community partners in enriching, athletic, artistic and academic programming.

Small Wireless Facilities in the Right of Way
For those seeking to locate wireless facilities within the right of way, please review our "Small Cell" page for complete details and permit application.