Fall Leaf Collection Underway

The Department of Public Works reminds property owners that Fall Leaf Collection is underway, concluding the end of December.  All leaves must be placed in biodegradable paper bags or open containers weighing no more than 75 lbs. for col...

Stormwater Mitigation Program Addresses Citywide Drainage Issues

In 2022, the City of New Rochelle undertook a citywide drainage analysis spanning six critical watersheds. This expansive project, which included assistance and input from the local community, identified and studied flood-prone locations across the City t...

Report flooding damages to Westchester County

In coordination with the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, Westchester County is coordinating an Initial Damage Assessment to collect data related to storm-related loss.  Residents and business impacted by the S...

Storm Recovery- Oct. 2 Update

This is the City of New Rochelle with a storm recovery update for Monday, October 2.

Our Public Works crews continue their work of clearing debris from roadways and drains. This week will follow a normal garbage and trash collection schedule. However, to a...

Storm Recovery- Sept. 30 Update

New Ro Alert call sent 9/30:

This is the City of New Rochelle with a storm recovery update.

As you know, yesterday’s torrential rain heavily impacted neighborhoods in New Rochelle and across the entire region.

As recovery resources for homeowners a...

September Collection Reminders

The Department of Public Works will follow a holiday pickup schedule for Labor Day week:

• Tuesday: Garbage & Trash North
• Wednesday: Garbage & Trash South
• Thursday: Garbage & Paper, North
• Friday: Garbage & Paper, South

The regular collection time...

Public Works Week 2023

Remarks by Commissioner Will Melendez:

"Thank you and welcome all to this year’s Public Works Week celebration. This year’s theme is "Connecting the world through Public Works". This is an opportunity to celebrate and recognize a group of ex...

2023 Paving Begins

Work is done as conditions permit. Please travel carefully in the area and observe any posted detours.

Veolia begins hydrant flushing in New Rochelle

May 2, 2023 notice from VEOLIA:

Over the next several weeks, Veolia crews will be flushing fire hydrants and blow offs in the City of New Rochelle. This work will be performed between the hours of 7:30 am and 4 pm. Workers will be carrying company...

City of New Rochelle Honors Sanitation Crew G-31 with Employee Recognition Award

Throughout the City of New Rochelle, the Department of Public Works’  sanitation crews work tirelessly to support the community, collecting more than 28,000 tons of trash as well as 2200 tons commingled and 3400 tons paper recycling annually from...

Yard Waste Collection Begins April 3

The Department of Public Works, Bureau of Streets and Highways will begin Yard Waste Collection on Monday, April 3, 2023. Residents are reminded that in order to be collected, yard waste must be placed at the curb by 7 a.m. (6am during summer months) on t...

Yard Waste Collection Begins April 3

The Department of Public Works, Bureau of Streets and Highways will begin Yard Waste Collection on Monday, April 3, 2023. Residents are reminded that in order to be collected, yard waste must be placed at the curb by 7 a.m. (6am during summer months) on t...

Neighborhood Meetings to be held for Drainage Analysis Study

A series of meetings in March and April will give updates on the City’s study of six watersheds

Residents, businesses, property owners invited to attend the meeting corresponding to their watershed location

Last year, the City of New Roch...

City Manager Kathleen Gill Appoints Wilfredo Melendez as New Public Works Commissioner

Wilfredo Melendez, P.E. has been named as the new Commissioner of Public Works, effective February 6. 

Mr. Melendez brings extensive municipal experience to the position, having worked for the New York City Department of Environmental Protection a...

Paper Collection Reminder

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North Avenue Bridge Replacement Project

The New York State Thruway Authority has started a three-year project to replace the North Avenue bridge, which is located above a section of the New England Thruway (I-95). Improvements will include a wider overpass structure, a dedicated left turn lane ...

2023 DPW Collection Schedule Now Available Online

New Rochelle’s Department of Public Works annual schedule and information booklet is now available online at NewRochelleNY.com/DPW. The 2023 booklet, mailed citywide to all homes, contains an easy-to-read flyer on recyclables along with importan...