Press Releases

DPW’s  Northwest Transfer Station Scale Replacement Work Rescheduled: Sept. 7-9  Transfer Station to Remain Open to Residents, Small Haulers

Sep 5th, 2023

Scale replacement work at the Northwest Transfer Station has been rescheduled due to a request from the vendor. This week, the scale replacement work will take place from Thursday, Sept. 7 to Saturday, Sept. 9. During this time, residents can continue to use the facility’s Residential Drop-Off Center and small commercial waste haulers will be able to dispose of their loads.   

DPW Offices, Sanitation Yards Closed Labor Day, Monday, September 4

Aug 31st, 2023

Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) Interim Director Richard J. Luna reminds residents that Labor Day, Monday, September 4, 2023, is a City holiday. DPW offices and sanitation yards will be CLOSED. The Labor Day closure does NOT impact trash and recycling collections. Monday is not a scheduled curbside trash or recycling collection day.

DPW’s Northwest Transfer Station to Replace Scale System Scale Replacement Work: Aug. 31- Sept. 2 Transfer Station to Remain Open to Residents, Small Haulers

Aug 25th, 2023

DPW will be replacing scale equipment at the Northwest Transfer Station from Aug. 31 to Sept. 2. During this time, residents can continue to use the facility’s Residential Drop-Off Center and small commercial waste haulers will be able to dispose of their loads.   While DPW replaces the scale system, small haulers will be charged a flat rate of $20 per load.

Mayor Scott, DPW Distribute $15.87 Million in State Grant Funding to Provide Water Bill Debt Relief Over 75,000 Baltimore City, County Residents to Receive Assistance

Aug 24th, 2023

Today, Mayor Brandon M. Scott and Department of Public Works Interim Director Richard J. Luna announced that 75,811 Baltimore City and County residents who accrued water bill debt during the COVID-19 pandemic will receive debt relief credits on their upcoming water bills. DPW is mailing letters to notify the eligible City and County residents who will receive the debt relief credit. 

Mayor Scott, DPW Announce Immediate Lifting of the Voluntary Water Restriction for Baltimore City and Baltimore and Howard Counties

Aug 9th, 2023

Mayor Brandon M. Scott is pleased to announce that the Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) is lifting the ‘Voluntary Water Restriction’ notice for Baltimore City and Baltimore and Howard counties, effective immediately. The City’s water distribution system has stabilized and resumed normal operations following the July 13 fire at the Cromwell Pumping Station located in Baltimore County.  

R. Anthony Mills Sworn in as Chief of  DPW's Office of Water Advocacy and Customer Appeals

Jul 20th, 2023

R. Anthony Mills has been sworn in as the City’s first Chief of the Office of Water Advocacy and Customer Appeals (WACA). During a ceremony at City Hall, Mayor Brandon M. Scott administered the oath of office.

Voluntary Water Restriction Notice Remains in Effect for Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Howard County

Jul 15th, 2023

Voluntary Water Restriction Notice Remains in Effect for Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Howard County
Residents, Businesses Urged to Limit Excessive Water Usage
Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) Interim Director Richard J. Luna continues to urge residents and businesses throughout the Baltimore region to support the “Voluntary Water Restriction,” which was issued following Thursday’s fire at the Cromwell Pumping Station.

 

Residents Urged to Continue Adhering to Voluntary Water Restriction Notice to Conserve Wate

Jul 14th, 2023

Today, the Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) continued assessing conditions at the Cromwell Pumping Station following Thursday’s fire to determine what repairs are needed to place the facility back in service. The Thursday morning fire caused the drinking water pumping station to lose power, damaging two pumps and placing a strain on the entire water system.

'Voluntary Water Restriction' Issued for Baltimore-Area Residents, Businesses

Jul 13th, 2023

Out of an abundance of caution, the Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW), in conjunction with county and state partners across the broader Baltimore Region, is issuing a ‘Voluntary Water Restriction,’ urging residents and businesses throughout the regional service area to voluntarily reduce excessive water usage. This system-wide water conservation request is effective immediately for Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Harford County, and Howard County.

DPW Announces Selection of Solid Waste Bureau Head Craig B. Jeter to Lead the Bureau of Solid Waste

Jul 5th, 2023

Interim Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) Director Richard J. Luna has announced the selection of Craig B. Jeter to lead the Bureau of Solid Waste. On July 10, 2023, Mr. Jeter will start his new role, and will serve as Acting Bureau Head until confirmed by the City Council.

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