John K. Westerling, Commissioner
The Department of Public Works 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
- Street lighting
- Weekly household trash and recycling collection
- Year-round street maintenance and repair
What We Do
Trash & Recycling
Water & Sewer
Streets
Engineering
The Engineering Division manages the planning, design, construction and preservation of the City's public infrastructure. The Division is responsible for streets and sidewalks projects, sewer programs, private street conversions, Conservation Commission and Planning Board issues, bridge construction and right of way permitting.
News & Announcements
Declared Winter Parking Ban Lifted as of 7 a.m. Wednesday
Declared Winter Parking Ban to Take Effect 11 p.m. Monday
Permanent Winter Parking Ban in Effect Dec. 1 Through April 30
Name a Snowplow Contest
Vote today in the Name a Snowplow Contest! Voting will remain open from Dec. 1 - 12, 2025. The four winning entries will be announced the week of Dec. 15, 2025. The winning classrooms will receive a visit from and photo op with their named truck, DPW swag, and recognition at a future City Council meeting.
DPW By The Numbers
Fall Leaf Collection Program
The annual Fall Leaf Collection program typically starts the first week in November and takes 4 to 5 weeks to complete, depending on the weather.
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.
Contact Information
Address
Public Works
20 East Worcester Street
Worcester, MA 01604
Contact
Phone: 508-929-1300
Fax: 508-799-1448
Email Us
Hours
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.