Road Closed: 190 Church Street
Church Street Closed: 4/17-4/18 Starting Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 7:00 AM, Pappas Construction will be excavating to repair a sewer utility at #190 Church Street. In order to safely […]
Department: Public Works
Stay Safe As Extreme Cold Arrives
Steps you can take to be #winterready and a winter warming shelter option: Be Winter Ready We are facing a stretch of dangerously cold weather with temperatures expected to drop […]
Snow Plow Tracking
Coverage Map Current Plow Locations
Stormwater Main Rehabilitation Project Begins 1/13/26
As part of the City of Keene’s Stormwater Collection System Rehabilitation Program, Vortex Services, Inc. will be cleaning and installing liners in existing stormwater mains. The work will take place […]
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR DRINKING WATER Availability of Monitoring Data for Unregulated Contaminants
Public Water System Name: KEENE WATER DEPARTMENT PWS ID: 1241010 Our water system has sampled for a series of unregulated contaminants. Unregulated contaminants are those to help EPA decide whether […]
Title VI Complaint Procedures
Title VI Complaint Procedures Any person who believes they have been subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin under any program or activity administered by […]
Title VI Notice to the Public
Title VI Notice to the Public The City of Keene, New Hampshire (City) hereby gives public notice of its policy to uphold and assure full compliance with Title VI of […]
We’re Clearing Storm Drains – A Little Help Today Can Make a Big Difference
If you’re willing and able, clearing snow and slush from the storm drain near your home or business can be a big help. With temperatures expected to drop below freezing […]
Important Information About Sewer Backups
If your sewer backs up, call the City Public Works Department right away. Weekdays 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM: (603) 352-6550Nights, weekends, and holidays: (603) 352-2222 (Keene Police Dispatch) What […]
Recycling Center Fees & Info
Recycling Center Fees & Info The Keene Recycling Center and Transfer Station is located off Route 12, at 55 Old Summit Road, Keene, NH 03431 Operating Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00 AM to […]
City of Keene Implements Minimum Charge for Scale-Based Disposal at Transfer Station
The City of Keene Public Works Department has implemented an updated fee policy at the Recycling Center and Transfer Station designed to reduce delays, improve traffic flow, and streamline service […]
Winter Parking Bans – Sign Up For Notifications
Snow is Coming! When inclement weather is in the forecast, the Public Works Director will declare a Winter Weather Parking Ban with at least 6 hours’ advance notice. During a parking […]
New Weight Restrictions on Spring Street and Beaver Street Bridges
Effective December 1, 2025, the City of Keene is implementing weight limits on two existing bridges: Spring Street over Beaver Brook and Beaver Street over Beaver Brook. This is due […]
Downtown Project Ombudsman to Visit Downtown Businesses
George Downing, the Downtown Infrastructure Project Ombudsman, remains available to support our downtown community. George will be holding walk-in hours at the Colonial Theatre lobby on Monday, October 27, from 1:00 PM to […]
Sewer Manhole Replacement Project: Begins Monday, 9/15/25
As part of the City of Keene’s sewer rehabilitation program, GVC Construction will be replacing existing sewer standpipes with standard-size sewer manholes in the East Keene area. The project will begin on Monday, […]
Wastewater Treatment Plant Access Road Guidelines
The City prioritizes public safety and reliable access for its operations. The City of Keene has reopened public access to the Wastewater Treatment Plant access road for limited public recreational […]
Downtown Infrastructure Improvement Project Update – 8/28/25
Public Works Director, Don Lussier, provided an update on the Downtown Infrastructure Improvement Project at the City’s August 27, 2025, Municipal Services, Facilities, and Infrastructure Committee (MSFI) meeting. The presentation […]
Road Closure: Island Street
Starting at 7:00 AM on Monday, July 21, 2025, Island Street will be closed to thru traffic for road reconstruction work by the City’s contractor, SUR Construction. This closure will […]
Water Main Break & Boil Water Notice – July 9, 2025
Boil Water Advisory – What To Do Boil Water Advisory – Restaurant Guidance NH DES Information Regarding Potential Health Impacts Update July 12, 2025, 4:35 P.M. – Boil Water Notice […]
New Ombudsman to Foster Open Communications for Downtown Project
Dedicated Liaison to Support Open Dialogue and Responsive Solutions for Businesses and Residents Impacted by Critical Downtown Upgrades Keene, NH – June 2, 2025: The City of Keene is pleased […]