Public Works & Parks

Jay J. Fink, P.E., Commissioner

Top Services

2021-2022 Snowplow Application
Fall Leaf Collection Program
Private Street Information
Residential Drop-Off Center
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

Weather Related Alert

Due to predicted heavy rainfall over the course of this week and in an effort to help mitigate any potential street flooding, The City of Worcester Department of Public Works and Parks requests that residents clear leaves and debris away from catch basins and/or storm drains in front of, or near their property.
Posted: Monday 10/25/21

Trash and Recycling Collection Delay: Columbus Day

Trash and recycling will not be collected on Monday, October 11, 2021 due to the Columbus Day Holiday. Monday’s collection will be on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 and collections for the rest of the week will be one day later than normal.
Posted: Friday 10/08/21

Preventative Algae Treatment at Coes Reservoir

The City of Worcester Department of Public Works and Parks has contracted for a preventative application of copper sulfate to Coes Reservoir on Thursday, September 16, 2021. We advise all persons to stay out of the water, discontinue boat use and fishing, and keep their pets out of the water on this day. Beaches will be posted prior to the application. The City plans to reopen the reservoir on Friday, September 17, 2021.
Posted: Wednesday 09/15/21

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Posted: Monday 10/25/21 5:51 PM

Weather Related Alert: Due to predicted heavy rainfall over the course of this week and in an effort to help mitigate any potential street flooding, The City of Worcester Department of Public Works and Parks requests that residents clear leaves and debris away from catch basins...
Posted: Monday 10/25/21 3:12 PM

The City of Worcester is now hiring snow plowing equipment for the upcoming winter season. Please fill out and return the application found at this link if interested:...
Posted: Monday 10/25/21 8:22 AM

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Fall Leaf Collection

The Fall Leaf Collection Program for 2021 will begin on November 1 and typically takes approximately 4-5 weeks to complete, depending on weather. Please visit the Fall Leaf Collection page for current routes and a collection map.

Green Hill Golf Course

The Division of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery maintains and manages a par 72, 18-hole municipal golf course offering City residents and non-City residents alike an exciting and challenging round of golf.

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.

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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.