Ward Optimization Weeks
The City of Keene is pleased to announce the return of Ward Optimization Weeks (WOW!), this popular city initiative aims to ensure equitable distribution of maintenance services across all five wards, address specific resident-identified needs, and improve our infrastructure’s overall condition and cleanliness. We hope this approach will foster community pride and enhance the quality of life for all residents.
The 2025 WOW! season begins on Monday, July 7, 2025, kicking off in Ward 5 and continuing through August 8, 2025. Our Public Works Department will focus on one ward each week, tackling maintenance, improving infrastructure, and addressing your needs. Specific tasks include, but are not limited to:
- road maintenance
- repainting crosswalks
- replacing worn traffic signs
- trimming roadside vegetation
- sidewalk maintenance
- painting hydrants
- repairing leaking valves
- cleaning & inspecting sewer mains
- cleaning and repairing storm drains, culverts, and ditches,
- park and trail maintenance
- general maintenance including graffiti removal and clearing of litter.
Here’s the WOW Schedule:
- Ward 5: July 7-11
- Ward 4: July 14-18
- Ward 3: July 21-25
- Ward 2: July 28-August 1
- Ward 1: August 4-8
(ward map)
Have a request or concern? Submit it via SeeClickFix or give us a call at the Public Works office at 603-352-6550. Your feedback helps us keep Keene beautiful!