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John K. Westerling, Commissioner

The Department of Public Works & Parks provides high quality, cost effective, efficient, safe services involving public infrastructure and facilities that enhance the quality of life and support growth in the City of Worcester.

We are dedicated to maintaining and enhancing the infrastructure and appearance of the City. Our responsibilities include:

  • Delivery of safe, potable drinking water
  • Design and construction management of streets, bridges and public buildings
  • Managing stormwater and the proper disposal of sewage
  • Protecting our urban forest
  • Street lighting
  • Weekly household trash and recycling collection
  • Year-round street maintenance and repair

It is also our vision to enrich the lives of residents by providing welcoming parks and to preserve, enhance and protect our open spaces for present and future generations.

What We Do

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Yoga in the Park

Parks & Recreation

The Parks Division is responsible for services provided by forestry, recreation programs, parks, Hope Cemetery, public building maintenance, and the Green Hill Golf Course.
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Recycling Bin

Trash & Recycling

The Trash & Recycling Division is responsible for trash pick-up schedule, recycling pick-up and information, bulk waste disposal, yard waste drop-off and more.
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Water Operations on Reservoir Sign

Water & Sewer

The Water & Sewer Division is responsible for storing, treating and delivering safe drinking water and collecting and transporting wastewater and stormwater.

News & Announcements

DPW By The Numbers

60+
City Parks
437
Miles of Roads
2,870
Tons of Garbage Collected per Week
22 Mil
Gallons of Water Treated Per Day
House with Lawn

Spring Street Sweeping Program

The annual Spring Street Sweeping program typically starts the first week in April and takes 6 to 8 weeks to complete. DPW&P sweeps arterial streets Monday - Friday overnight, and residential streets from Monday - Friday during the day.

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Residential Drop Off Center

Residential Drop Off Center

The drop-off center allows residents to dispose of an unlimited number of bulk waste items in a timely manner and at a low cost. There is also a yard waste drop-off area and a compost/winter sand pickup area.

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Elm Park Bridge

City Parks

Worcester has many parks throughout the city, which offer residents and visitors a wealth of activities with its vast array of green and blue space. Whether you are interested in going to a playground, discovering some of Worcester's history, having a picnic, playing a sport or just getting out and enjoying nature, there is a park for you!

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Contact Information

Address

Public Works and Parks
20 East Worcester Street
Worcester, MA 01604

Contact

Phone: 508-929-1300
Fax: 508-799-1448
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Hours

Monday - Friday
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.