Public Works

Department Overview

Every day dedicated professionals across the Department of Public Works take pride in the jobs they do to protect the health, safety and well-being of everyone in the community. We are comprised of a team that designs, builds, refurbishes, replaces, oversees, and maintains a complex combination of above ground and below ground public infrastructure.

Department News

Fall Curbside Leaf and Brush Collection Information
                                                                            October 12, 2021
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The Framingham Department of Public Works will begin its fall curbside brush and leaf collection at the end of October.

Brush will be collected for two weeks, October 25-29 and December 6-10, 2021. Leaves will be picked up for five weeks, November 1 – December 3, 2021. Curbside collection will occur on residents’ regularly scheduled trash/recycling collection days during those weeks. 

Residents who plan to take advantage of curbside collection should reference the requirements. 

Yard waste and brush not conforming to the requirements will not be collected and left at the curb.
 
Residents with a valid Recycling Drop-Off Center Permit can also utilize the Yard Waste Facility on Dudley Road, Friday and Saturday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
 
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MONDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2021

                                                             September 27, 2021
Image of a hydrant being flushed. Text: Framingham Public Works Hydrant Flushing Program.

The Water Department will begin conducting its Fall 2021 Water Main Flushing on Monday, October 4, through Friday, November 12, 2021.

Flushing will start in Zone 1, and the program will be conducted Monday-Friday (excluding holidays), from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The purpose of the program is to improve drinking water quality for residents and businesses in Framingham.

The areas to be flushed are bounded by Maple Street, Franklin Street, Grove Street, Blackberry Lane, and the Southborough town line.

For more information, including an anticipated schedule and what to expect once flushing begins, please visit: www.FraminghamMa.gov/Flushing

Osmose utility to continue inspecting utility poles throughout the City of Framingham
                                                                                        3/25/21

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Framingham, MA- The Framingham Department of Public Works has issued a street permit to Osmose Utility, a Verizon Wireless subcontractor, allowing them to continue inspecting utility poles located in the public right-of-way throughout the city.

Utility pole inspections will begin the first week of April. Workers will be dressed in safety clothing, carry identification cards, and work out of company marked vehicles.

Per Massachusetts law, Osmose Utility is required to file Dig Safe tickets. Dig Safe paint markings will be visible near utility poles throughout the city.

Reference this document for more information about Osmose’s proposed work scope and messaging.

Please send all questions, comments, or concerns to Osmose Utility at (770) 632-6700 or submit an inquiry form on their website.

INTERESTED IN THE HISTORY OF THE CITY'S MAJOR INFRASTRUCTURE SYSTEMS?

DID YOU KNOW?

About 50% of the City's roadways were built before World War II. 25% of the current stormwater, water and wastewater infrastructure put in place at that time is now over 70 years old.

The City of Framingham tripled in population during the 25 years after World War II and 50% of the stormwater, water and wastewater systems were installed.

In 2006, the city accelerated the Capital Improvement Program to remedy this situation.

LEARN MORE ABOUT INFRASTRUCTURE IN THE COMMUNITY

  1. Directions to the Public Works facility (100 Western Ave)
  2. How can I become a licensed Drainlayer in Framingham?
  3. Where can I find a list of contractors that are already licensed to work in the City?
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