Eric D. Batista, 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 City’s Residential Drop-Off Center located at 1065 Millbury Street will be open for yard waste drop-off on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023 and Saturday, March 4, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Posted: Monday 01/30/23
According to the Urban Land Institute’s Terwilliger Center for Housing, Courthouse Lofts is a recipient of the Jack Kemp Excellence in Affordable and Workforce Housing award. Courthouse Lofts is one of three national award recipients.
Posted: Thursday 01/26/23
The Declared Winter Parking Ban for the City of Worcester will be lifted at 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 25. Residents who parked in municipal garages during the ban have until 10 a.m. on Thursday to move their vehicles before regular rates resume. Regular rates will apply for vehicles entering municipal garages after 6 a.m. on Jan. 26.
Posted: Wednesday 01/25/23
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When: Wednesday 02/01/23 1:00 PM
Where: Lincoln Park Tower Apartments (WHA), 11 Lake Avenue
When: Wednesday 02/01/23 2:00 PM
Where: City Hall, Levi Lincoln Chamber, 455 Main Street
When: Wednesday 02/01/23 2:30 PM
Where: WHA Murray Apartments (WHA), 50 Murray Avenue
When: Wednesday 02/01/23 4:00 PM
Where: Seabury Heights Apartments, 240 Belmont Street
When: Wednesday 02/01/23 5:30 PM
Where: City Hall, Esther Howland Chamber, 455 Main 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.
City Manager Community Listening Sessions
The Mayor and City Council has selected a new permanent City Manager, Eric D. Batista. In an effort to outline the priorities of the new City Manager, the Mayor and the City Council were seeking community feedback.
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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8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.