Press Releases

New Emergency COVID-19 Discount Program, Unemployed Account Holders Can Apply Beginning May 8

Apr 22nd, 2020

Today, Mayor Bernard C. “Jack” Young announced that water billing will resume on Friday, May 8, 2020, and he also announced the new Emergency COVID-19 Discount. Water billing in Baltimore City has been delayed since March due to the coronavirus pandemic. 

Preparing Your Building for Reopening

Apr 16th, 2020

Balltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) Acting Director Matthew W. Garbark reminds owners of vacated or closed businesses and/or large buildings to check their water systems in preparation for future "reopening."

City Holiday Good Friday: April 10, 2020

Apr 8th, 2020

Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) Acting Director Matthew W. Garbark reminds Baltimore City residents that Good Friday, April 10, 2020, is a City holiday.  There will be no trash or recycling collections on Good Friday.

Event Cancelled: Household Hazardous Waste Drop off Days

Apr 2nd, 2020

DPW's Household Hazardous Waste Collection drop off event, originally scheduled to be held on Friday and Saturday, April 3 & 4, has been cancelled. 

DPW Warns: Beware of COVID-19 Scams

Mar 30th, 2020

Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) Acting Director Matthew W. Garbark today advises Baltimore City water customers to be aware of scams being done during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Scammers may call you on the phone or come to your home, claiming to be from DPW, and request money.  This is a scam, and the Department of Public Works does not make collections in this manner.

DPW ISSUES COVID-19 FAQ

Mar 26th, 2020

Baltimore City Department of Public Works Acting Director Matthew W. Garbark today released DPW’s COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) to citizens. This list contains information specific to DPW including information on solid waste, and water and sewer services available during this time.

Reminder: Please Protect Your Pipes: Don't Flush Wipes

Mar 23rd, 2020

Acting Baltimore City Department of Public Works Director, Matthew W. Garbark, again reminded citizens not to flush items down the toilet that do not belong there.

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DPW COVID-19 Update

Mar 20th, 2020

In response to the evolving conditions related to the threat of COVID-19 and to ensure the safety of the public and of our employees, Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) Acting Director Matthew W. Garbark announced that the following will take effect Monday, March 23, 2020.

Please Protect Your Pipes: Don't Flush Wipes

Mar 20th, 2020

Acting Baltimore City Department of Public Works Director, Matthew W. Garbark, today reminded citizens not to flush items down the toilet that do not belong there. "I realize that we are especially concerned about disinfection and proper disposal of used facial tissues. That is admirable. But disinfectant wipes, tissues, paper towels and 'flushable wipes' DO NOT belong in the toilet.”

DPW COVID-19 Update: Takes Steps to Protect Public Health, Street Sweeping Suspended, Late Fees Waived

Mar 19th, 2020

During the Coronavirus Outbreak (COVID-19), the Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) has taken steps to: Ensure the continued delivery of safe, clean drinking water;  Protect the health and safety of our employees; and Continue DPW’s essential services.

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