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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...

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...

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

THE CITY OF BOSTON INTRODUCES NEW RECYCLING CARTS MADE OF OCEAN BOUND PLASTICS

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...

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...

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...

Nov 17

City of Boston offering expanded recycling resources for residents

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

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...

Dec 17

Snow preparations announced

Residents encouraged to take caution and abide by snow regulations; municipal offices, BCYF and...

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...

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...

Jun 4

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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...

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

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Mayor Walsh breaks ground on $2.5 Million North Square project

The reconstruction project, when completed, will transform North Square into a livable, walkable...

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...

Jan 27

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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...

Nov 28

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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

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Columbia Road: A Resurfacing Story

Have you ever wondered what it takes to make a truly smooth roadway surface? What exactly is the...

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...

Aug 18

Mayor Walsh highlights extensive improvements to Boston's Freedom Trail

Jul 10

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

Jun 29

City Announces Pilot Street Cleaning Program in Charlestown

Jun 29

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City announces pilot street cleaning program in Charlestown

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

Jun 23

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

Jun 3

City announces pilot street cleaning program in Charlestown

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...

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