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Engineering

Jay Mello, P.E., Assistant Commissioner
Andy Truman, P.E., Director of Engineering

Engineering, a division of DPW, 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.

Housing & Health Inspections

Lee R. Hall, Director

Housing and Health, a division of Inspectional Services, is responsible for providing a wide range of community based public health and environmental inspectional services. We handle the licensing and inspections in the areas of Food Protection, Health, Housing and Air, Water and Hazmat. Federal, State, and City ordinances require the division to enforce all public health and environmental regulations.

Building & Zoning

David C. Horne, Building Commissioner

Building and Zoning, a division of Inspectional Services, issues permits for new construction as well as repairs, additions, alterations, demolition and changes in use. Our mission is to serve the public by protecting the health, safety and environmental stability of Worcester’s business and residential community.

Permits for plumbing, gas, electrical and sheet metal work are issued by this department and all associated inspections are performed.

Public Library

Jason L. Homer, Executive Director

In an information-rich and culturally diverse society, the Worcester Public Library is a source of civic activity and pride, offering opportunities for the development of a literate and informed citizenry. Today's library is a vital and vibrant place of information and learning, used and valued by people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. All library locations and staff are devoted to assisting Worcester's residents in this information-rich society in which we live.

Worcester Senior Center

Amy Vogel Waters, Director

The key to healthy aging is staying active in mind and body. The Senior Center, a division of Health & Human Services, provides countless opportunities for seniors to take "new directions" to maintain their health and well-being. Located at 128 Providence St., our cutting-edge Senior Center is a bright and welcoming place for all seniors, their families and caregivers, elder service providers and the community at large.