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Public Works Department

Mission Statement

The mission of the Public Works Department for the City of Newport News, Virginia is to maintain a safe environment within our city facilities, provide and promote environmentally responsible disposal of waste, allow for safe transportation within our community, and protect the environment while maintaining health and safety standards through the management and operation of the sanitary and storm sewer systems, and serve as first responders in emergency situations.
 
 

In the Spotlight

Debris Management Plan Receives FEMA Approval

The City of Newport News Public Works Department’s Debris Management Plan has received FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) approval, a requirement for agencies to participate in the Public Assistance (PA) Pilot Program.

Alternate Street Parking for Wednesdays Street Sweeping Scheduled Changed

Effective April 1st, Street Sweeping, which was previously scheduled on Wednesdays, will now take place on Fridays.

Notice to Solid Waste Customers

Solid Waste collections on Fridays will change to Wednesdays, as of January 7, 2008.

New Solid Waste Rules to Affect Newport News Residents

Beginning February 1, 2008, the City of Newport News will implement new solid waste collection regulations based on ordinance changes approved by City Council in December 2007. The changes affect garbage, bulk waste and recycling collection.

Notice to Solid Waste Customers: Collection Schedule for Memorial Day

Garbage, bulk and recycling collection schedule for Memorial Day.
Contacts

Email: gpubwk@nngov.com
 
Mail: Dept. of Public Works
513 Oyster Point Rd.
Newport News, VA 23602
 
Phone:  (757) 269-2700 
 
TTY: (757) 269-2889