Notice to Solid Waste Customers: Collection Schedule Update
Due to inclement weather, all solid waste collections, garbage, recycling and bulk waste, have been adjusted for the week of November 16. Collections regularly scheduled for Thursday, November 12 will take place on Monday, November 16. All regularly scheduled collections for this week will be delayed one day — Monday's collections will take place on Tuesday, Tuesday's on Wednesday, Wednesday's on Thursday and Thursday's on Friday. Please do not place you carts curbside until your collection day. Your patience and understanding are greatly appreciated. For questions on solid waste, debris and stormwater issues, call the Public Works Call Center at 757-269-2700.Document Actions
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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
Leaf Collection Schedule 2009-2010
The Leaf Collection Schedule for 2009-2010 is now available. It may be viewed on the web page or downloaded in pdf format.What To Do With Unwanted TVs and Computer Monitors
To avoid the shattering of glass and the resulting safety issues of glass chards on lawns or streets, items containing glass are not collected as part of your weekly bulk collection service. This includes TVs with glass viewing screens.Public Works Service Calendar 2009
Budget constraints this year caused the City to decide not to publish a printed calendar. However, an electronic version of the calendar dates has been created, which will reflect routinely scheduled Public Works services.2008 Recycling Office Programs Annual Report (pdf: 1.9 MB)
The 2008 Recycling Office Programs Annual Report is available for download.
