George Street Bridge Project
Welcome! In 2024, the City is planning to reconstruct the George Street Bridge over Beaver Brook. This bridge was built in 1922 and has served the City well. The George Street Bridge is […]
Department: Public Works
Transportation Heritage Trail
Project Overview The City has approved the proposed design alternatives for the federally-funded Transportation Heritage Trail Project– Phase I. This includes: The Transportation Heritage Trail (THT) long-term goal is to create a continuous […]
Roadway Safety Action Plan
The purpose of the City’s comprehensive Roadway Safety Action Plan (RSAP) is to reduce fatalities and serious injuries from roadway crashes. This effort is being funded in part by a […]
Keene Parking Bans
CURRENT STATUS: Line Painting Parking Bans: Wednesday, 6/3/26, 10PM-6AM & Thursday 6/4/26, 10PM-6AM There will be a parking ban on the following streets/parking lots to facilitate line painting. No parking […]
Parking Ban Q&A
Parking Ban Rules – Questions and Answers When do the new rules start?The new rules are in effect now. Overnight, on-street parking is no longer banned every day between November […]
Leaf Collection 2025
Leaf Collection 2025 2025 Weekly Leaf Collection Schedule *Leaf collection for Court Street, Main Street (Central Square to Rt. 101), Summer Street and Washington Street will take place on Wednesday, […]
Water/Sewer Rates
Water/Sewer Rates Water and sewer bills are sent out four times a year, based on quarterly readings. All revenue collected through water and sewer bills remains in the water and […]
Downtown Infrastructure Project Update
The MSFI meeting to be scheduled in December will be a public meeting, and it is likely the final opportunity for public input in the design process. When the meeting date […]
RV Dump Station
RV Dump Station Did you know the City of Keene has a FREE RV Dump Station? The general public is allowed to dump their RV waste at the WWTP free of […]
Household Hazardous Waste Information
Household Hazardous Waste Information Summer/Fall 2026 HHW Schedule: Sat 8/8/26 Wed 8/12/26 Sat 8/22/26 Sat 9/12/26 Wed 9/16/26 Sat 9/26/26 Sat 10/10/26 Wed 10/14/26 Sat 10/24/26 Acworth Acworth Acworth Acworth […]
Divisions
Divisions Administration The Public Works Administration provides overall management and leadership for the Public Works Department. Administration is composed of the Public Works Director, two Assistant Public Works Directors/Division Heads, […]
Public Works FAQ’S
Public Works FAQ’S Don’t see an answer that you’re looking for? Contact our office: How do I report an issue in the City of Keene? For the following issues please visit See-Click-Fix our […]
Rates and Fees
Public Works Rates and Fees Recycling Center Fees & Info View current Water/Sewer Rates
Public Works Department
Keene’s Public Works Department is committed to delivering essential services that promote public health, safety, environmental stewardship, and sustainable community development. With a focus on efficiency, innovation, and customer service, […]
New Winter Parking Rules
On-Street Parking Will Only Be Prohibited During Storms The City of Keene is introducing new winter weather on-street parking rules, effective immediately. Vehicles can now be parked on the street […]
Water Main Flushing – Week Two Begins 8/25/2024
The City of Keene Public Works Department will resume its water main flushing program Sunday, August 25th at 10:00 PM. The work will be done at night between the hours of 10:00 PM.
Signs On Public Property Not Allowed
There are many signs currently placed on public property, including campaign signs. They are showing up in roundabouts, parks, sidewalks, along the roadside, etc. This is not permitted and can […]
Downtown Improvements Project Informational Update
PROJECT SITE LINK: Visit the project website for indepth information, data, presentations, and additional helpful project insight. A City Council Workshop for the Downtown Infrastructure Improvement and Reconstruction Project […]
Excavation Permit Deadline 2022
The City of Keene Public Works Department will be accepting excavation permits for planned, non-emergency work by close of business on Friday, November 18, 2022. Restoration of all pavement and […]
Streetlight out?
Street lights that are out can be reported using Eversource’s website under Streetlight Requests. If you provide an email address with your request they’ll even keep you updated on any […]