Eric D. Batista, Acting City Manager
For the latest data on the City's COVID-19 cases, wastewater, vaccination, hospitalization and deaths, please View Our Updated Dashboard.
On Friday, May 13, 2022, Worcester health officials issued a citywide mask advisory due to a surge in positive COVID-19 cases and rising coronavirus levels in regional wastewater. It is strongly recommended that all residents wear masks when indoors and around others. In addition, it is recommended that all eligible residents be up to date on vaccines and boosters, avoid crowded spaces when possible and get tested for COVID-19 when exhibiting symptoms. Read the Full Advisory Letter.
Face coverings continue to be required in Worcester's hospitals until further notice. Any other business, institution or organization may also enact its own mask requirement.
Worcester County COVID-19 Community Level: Medium.
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Welcome to the City of Worcester! Our vision is to be the country's most vibrant and livable mid-size city. Each and every day, there are four goals my administration keeps in mind in every decision we make:
Using these benchmarks, we provide efficient and effective municipal services to the residents of Worcester in a customer-friendly, transparent and inclusive environment while working to improve the quality of life of all by creating a thriving, vibrant, and safe place to live, work, play, and study.
The state of Massachusetts has awarded Worcester roughly $1.2 million in grant funding to develop and a drainage and green infrastructure plan for the city.
Posted: Friday 09/23/22
The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) recently confirmed detection of the invasive insect known as Spotted Lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) in the City of Worcester. The City of Worcester Department of Sustainability and Resilience encourages all residents to be on alert for the insect, and to report positively identified specimens to MDAR.
Posted: Sunday 09/18/22
The racial equity audit report was completed by Letterman White Consulting.
Posted: Friday 09/16/22
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When: Monday 09/26/22 5:30 PM
Where: City Hall, Levi Lincoln Chamber, 455 Main Street
When: Monday 09/26/22 6:30 PM
Where: Saint Bernard's Church, 236 Lincoln Street
When: Monday 09/26/22 6:30 PM
Where: Police Headquarters, 9-11 Lincoln Square
When: Wednesday 09/28/22 7:30 AM
Where: Jacob Hiatt Magnet School, 772 Main Street
When: Wednesday 09/28/22 12:45 PM
Where: Columbus Park Preparatory Academy, 75 Lovell Street
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American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA)
Worcester was awarded approximately $146 million from the US Department of Treasury and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts related to American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds.
Investing in Education
The City of Worcester is committed to improving public schools' infrastructure to help students with their goal of academic excellence. With two major school construction projects in the works and others recently completed, we are dedicated to advancing Worcester's future.
Youth Violence Prevention Initiative
The Worcester Youth Violence Prevention Initiative (WYVPI) is the City's response to address youth violence comprehensively, holistically and collectively.
Staying up-to-date on your vaccinations keeps you protected from serious illness!
City Manager
City Hall Room 306
455 Main Street
Worcester, MA 01608
Phone: 508-799-1175
Fax: 508-799-1208
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