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DPW Presents Dam Jam 2018
Enjoy music, art, entertainment and more at Dam Jam, 9a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lake Montebello on Saturday, August 25th.
Need Help Paying Your Water Bill?
DPW offers financial assistance programs to keep water bills affordable for Baltimore City residents.
DPW Small Business Development Program 2018
Enroll today! Classes in session September 6 through November 15 /Enrollment Open: April 4 through August 24/ Call 410-433-2400 or email [email protected]

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Community Grants Available for Outreach and Greening Projects

The Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) is pleased to announce a new grant opportunity in partnership with the Chesapeake Bay Trust to improve communities, reduce runoff, and enhance local natural resources. These projects can include green spaces, parks, tree canopies, and water bodies.

DPW Offices, Yards Closed for the July Fourth Holiday

The Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) will be closed Independence Day, Wednesday, July 4. Trash and recycling WILL NOT BE COLLECTED on Wednesday, July 4. The make-up day for trash and recycling will be Saturday, July 7.

Financial Assistance for Eligible Water Customers to Increase

The Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) will increase the amount of financial assistance offered to certain low-income City water customers, matching the upcoming adjustment in water and sewer rates. Starting July 1, 2018, water/sewer charges will increase by 9.4 percent.

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