About
The Department of Public Works was created by Mayor Ras J. Baraka in 2016 from the consolidation of divisions from the Departments of Engineering and Neighborhood and Recreational Services. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors in the City of Newark. Through our seven divisions, we aim to provide exceptional services, preserve the environment, and maintain public buildings and parks. We are committed to making Newark clean, attractive, and a desirable place to live and visit. The Department of Public Works is responsible, reliable, responsive, and always available to ensure we keep Newark clean.
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Latest News
NEW RECYCLING SCHEDULE IN EFFECT for May 2025
May 23, 2025 — Newark Department of Public Works is announcing an updated schedule for recycling collections. Recycling will now be collected between 6 PM to 2 AM the night before your regular trash pick up day.
‘Slam Dunk The Junk!’ Newark Public Works to Host Earth Day Clean Up on April 22, 2025
Newark Public Works is hosting a “Slam Dunk the Junk” Clean Up event on April 22, 2025, in honor of Earth Day.
APRIL SHRED FEST: Newark Public Works to Host Paper Shredding Event on Saturday, April 19, 2025
Join Newark Public Works this month for a paper shredding event on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at the DPW Headquarters from 9 AM – 12 PM.
Properly Dispose of Your E-Waste! Electronic Recycling Event on Thursday, April 17, 2025
Panasonic and the Ironbound District will be hosting a FREE E-Waste Recycling Event on Thursday, April 17, 2025, where residents can drop off old, broken, or unwanted electronic waste. Got an old cell phone or computer? Come join us to throw it out the right way!