Hours of Operation
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Mon. - Fri.
(varies by office)

26 Kendrick Ave., 2nd floor
Waterbury, CT 06702

203-574-6851 (Voice)
203-574-8277 (Fax #)

MISSION STATEMENT:
The mission of the Department of Public Works is to provide quality construction, operations, and maintenance services for the City of Waterbury's infrastructure and facilities.

Director of Public Works

John P. Lawlor, Jr.

203-574-6851 (Voice)
203-574-8277 (Fax)

Acting Deputy Director of Public Works

David B. Simpson

203-574-6851 (Voice)
203-574-8277 (Fax)

Director's Office

Manages & coordinates the activities of all bureaus within Public Works Department including [ but not limited to ]: budgets, personnel, policies & procedures, environmental conformance and safety issues, regulatory issues, and reports or communications with other city agencies.

Streets

Maintains all city streets and rights of way; removes debris and litter; maintains storm water system; fuel depot for city vehicles; snow removal

Refuse

Manages collection and disposal of all municipal & residential solid waste and recyclables, yard waste, and bulk waste; manages transfer stations, land fills, and bulk hauler contracts; enforces blight ordinances; assists Streets Department with snow removal when necessary.

Engineering

Oversees Public Works construction projects; maintains traffic control systems and signage; manages "call before you dig"; mangages proposed development projects; documents and maintains infrastructure records.

Central Vehicle Maintenance

Maintains city vehicle fleet and its utilization. Plans future fleet management.

Parks & Public Buildings

Maintains selected city building and equipment; manages openings and closing; manages shipping and receiving & inter-departmental mail.

Golf

Manages and oversees city golf courses. Sets Fees & Schedules, Rules & Policies, Tee Times, etc.....

Recreation & Leisure

Maintains all city parks, pools, and lakes; maintains public right of way landscaping; assists with blight removal; hangs & removes city decorations; coordinates community recreation programs; maintains city-owned utility poles.