Public Works

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, we manage and maintain Keene’s critical infrastructure systems that residents and businesses rely on every day.

Our department includes several specialized divisions that work collaboratively to support City operations:

• Administration: Provides leadership, policy development, and resource management to ensure departmental effectiveness.
• Engineering: Oversees design, construction, and capital improvement planning for transportation and utility systems.
• Fleet Services: Maintains the city’s vehicles and equipment to support efficient public works operations
• Highway Division: Maintains Keene’s roads, bridges, sidewalks, traffic signs, and multi-use trails to ensure year-round mobility and safety
• Water Treatment Facility (Drinking Water): Treats and delivers safe, high-quality drinking water to Keene residents and the North Swanzey Water and Fire Precinct, meeting all state and federal standards.
• Wastewater Treatment Plant: Operates advanced treatment systems for sanitary wastewater and manages disposal for recreational vehicle waste.
• Water/Sewer Division: Manages water distribution, fire protection, and sewer infrastructure across the city.
• Laboratory Services: A state-accredited facility providing drinking water, wastewater, and groundwater testing and analysis.
• Recycling Center/Solid Waste Division: Provides comprehensive solid waste disposal and recycling services, supporting waste diversion and sustainability goals.

The Keene Public Works Department plays a vital role in long-term planning, infrastructure resilience, and public education. We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Keene by providing environmentally responsible, cost-effective services that align with the City’s strategic goals.

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