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May 26

Curbside Food Waste Collection Program Announced

The new pickup program will turn residents’ food waste into compost and clean energy, expanding citywide composting options.

Apr 6

Progress Made Toward Electrifying City of Boston Vehicle Fleet

Mayor Michelle Wu today announced major strides toward electrifying the City’s vehicle fleet as part of a Green New Deal for Boston.

Feb 11

Boston to Offer Residents Weekend Curbside Textile Collection

The program builds on the already 30 textile dropbox locations across the City.

Dec 7

Jascha Franklin-Hodge appointed Chief of Streets

Franklin-Hodge will work to create a more sustainable and equitable City transportation system.

Jul 30

Notice of proposed settlement of class action lawsuit

This notice is related to curb ramps in the City of Boston.

Jul 13

Major milestone reached in making Boston’s streets and sidewalks more accessible

Agreement will add thousands of new and improved curb ramps annually.

Apr 22

City of Boston introduces new recycling carts made of ocean bound plastics

The Ocean Core cart is made from a groundbreaking 40 percent post-consumer recycled material, 10 percent of which is recycled ocean bound plastic found near lakes, beaches, and waterways leading to...

Dec 9

City of Boston receives key decision from Suffolk Superior court to rebuild the Long Island bridge

The Court’s Decision Annuls the Quincy Conservation Commission’s Denial Under the Local Wetlands Ordinance

Nov 20

Winter weather preparations underway in Boston

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today joined City officials at the Public Works yard on Frontage Road to discuss winter preparations currently underway in the City of Boston, and resources available to...

Nov 17

City of Boston offering expanded recycling resources for residents

City of Boston expands residential yard waste options and installs textile dropboxes in neighborhoods throughout the City.

Mar 16

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Temporary guidance for construction in the City of Boston

To stem the current public health crisis and support the health of workers in the City, the City has paused non-essential construction and is enacting new requirements for permitting.

Dec 17

Snow preparations announced

Residents encouraged to take caution and abide by snow regulations; municipal offices, BCYF and Boston Public Library locations to be open during regular hours

Nov 15

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Preparations for winter weather announced

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today joined City officials at the Public Works yard on Frontage Road to discuss winter preparations currently underway in the City of Boston, and resources available to...

Jul 8

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City releases RFI for program to reduce food and yard waste

The program would reduce the amount of food and yard waste that residents currently dispose of with their trash.

Jun 4

City making updates to waste collection, including 6 a.m. pickup

The series of updates to citywide trash collection services includes a new start time of 6 a.m., beginning on July 1.

May 24

Mayor Walsh celebrates the completion of Connect Historic Boston

The project will create a pedestrian and bicycle network connecting historic sites in Boston.

Oct 11

Mayor Walsh breaks ground on $2.5 Million North Square project

The reconstruction project, when completed, will transform North Square into a livable, walkable, multimodal, green, and sustainable square.

Mar 2

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Safety is our first priority at Public Works

At Public Works, our main goal is to provide safe streets and sidewalks for everyone. And everyone includes those who are working in the street!

Jan 27

Artist Cristina Parreño Alonso selected for public art project in Hyde Square

The artist will work with the Hyde Square community to refine the design and further develop the initial proposal.

Nov 28

Mayor Walsh announces departure of Public Works commissioner

Michael Dennehy is moving to a new position as the town administrator of Milton.

Oct 6

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Bonded Wearing Course: Boston's pilot pavement preservation program

A new pavement treatment is coming to Brighton!

Sep 30

Columbia Road: A Resurfacing Story

Have you ever wondered what it takes to make a truly smooth roadway surface? What exactly is the City doing outside that is making such a racket? In this week’s edition of What’s the Deal with Public...

Sep 19

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What is Boston's Deep Roadway Maintenance Program?

If you are not in the business of roadway construction you may not be familiar with the many intricate methods of fixing the City’s public right-of-ways. Doesn’t the City just pave roads when they...

Aug 18

Mayor Walsh highlights extensive improvements to Boston's Freedom Trail

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today highlighted the extensive improvements the City's Department of Public Works has been making to Boston's iconic Freedom Trail in over 60 locations from Boston Common to...

Jul 10

Mayor Walsh breaks ground on improvements to connect Boston's historical sites

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today broke ground on "Connect Historic Boston," which will enhance walking, biking and public transit to historic sites and other destinations in downtown Boston. This project...

Jun 29

City Announces Pilot Street Cleaning Program in Charlestown

The City of Boston is reminding residents that starting the week of July 1, tickets issued for parking in violation of the street cleaning regulation in Charlestown will increase from $40 to $90...

Jun 29

City announces pilot street cleaning program in Charlestown

Through this new street cleaning pilot program, towing for street cleaning will be discontinued in Charlestown.

Jun 23

City of Boston purchases two large scale truck mounted snow blowers to prepare for winter

The Boston Public Works Department (PWD) today announced the purchase of two large scale truck mounted snow blowers to more efficiently clear Boston's streets during periods of heavy snow fall. This...

Jun 3

City announces pilot street cleaning program in Charlestown

The City of Boston today announced that a new street cleaning program will be piloted in Charlestown. Starting the week of July 1, tickets issued for parking in violation of the street cleaning...

Apr 10

Public Works Department reminds residents of leaf and yard waste collection

The Boston Public Works Department (PWD) is reminding residents that leaves can be left out with recycling through December 4, 2015.

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