DPW Community Meeting: Forest Hill, May 7, 2025, 6PM
2025-05-07 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Newark DPW will host a community meeting in the Forest Hill neighborhood to discuss waste management, garbage and recycling schedules, street sweeping, and opportunities for community engagement.
The meeting will be held at 6 PM on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at St. Paul’s Methodist Church (741 Mt. Prospect Avenue, Newark, NJ 07104).
Questions? Contact Newark Peoples Assembly at (973) 733-3265, or at newarkpeoplesassembly@ci.newark.nj.us
Join us and ‘Make Your Voice Heard’!

National Public Works Week 2025
2025-05-18 - 2025-05-24
Sponsored by the American Public Works Association (APWA), National Public Works Week (NPPW) is observed during the third full week of May to recognize the importance of public works in an organized society. The week-long observation also sheds light on the brave and essential role that the public works employees play in our lives. By definition, public works are the state-funded physical and social infrastructure of a country. From the sanitation of our roads to the dams and power grids, public works are an indispensable part of any developed society.

Memorial Day - Zone A Trash SUSPENDED, Zone B Recycling IN EFFECT
2025-05-26
Zone A trash collections will be SUSPENDED on Monday, May 26, as Newark DPW will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. Residents in Zone A should NOT put out their recyclables on Sunday night as usual.
Citywide street sweeping is also suspended.
However, Zone B paper recycling collections will REMAIN IN EFFECT. Residents in Zone B should put out their recyclables on the curb by 6 PM on Monday night, as usual.
We thank all Newark residents for your patience and cooperation. Live updates are available on our website at dpw.newarknj.gov/calendar/ and on our official Instagram page (@newarkpublicworks) and Facebook page (@City of Newark Department of Public Works).

Juneteenth - COLLECTIONS SUSPENDED
2025-06-19
June 19, 2025 – All Newark DPW services, including trash collections, recycling collections, and citywide street sweeping are SUSPENDED on Thursday, June 19, 2025 in observance of Juneteenth.
All Newark DPW Service Centers will be closed.
Regular collections and services will resume on Friday, June 20th.
We thank all Newark residents for your patience and cooperation. Live updates are available on our website at dpw.newarknj.gov/calendar/ and on our official Instagram page (@newarkpublicworks) and Facebook page (@City of Newark Department of Public Works).

4th of July - ALL SERVICES SUSPENDED
2025-07-04
July 4, 2025 – All Newark DPW services, including trash collections, recycling collections, and citywide street sweeping are SUSPENDED on Friday, July 4, 2025 in observance of Independence Day.
All DPW Service Centers will be closed.
Regular collections and services will resume on Monday, July 7.
We thank all Newark residents for your patience and cooperation. Live updates are available on our website at dpw.newarknj.gov/calendar/ and on our official Instagram page (@newarkpublicworks) and Facebook page (@City of Newark Department of Public Works).

Collections TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED, Resumes at 6PM Today
2025-07-08
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 – Due to inclement weather, trash and recycling collections in Zone B are TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED and will RESUME at 6 PM TODAY.
We thank all Newark residents for your patience and cooperation. Live updates are available on our website at dpw.newarknj.gov/calendar/ and on our official Instagram page (@newarkpublicworks) and Facebook page (@City of Newark Department of Public Works).

Collections DELAYED in Zone B - July 9, 2025
2025-07-09
Wednesday, July 9, 2025 – Delays expected for ZONE B Trash, Recycling, and Bulk Collections
Due to the July 4th holiday weekend, the Code Red heat emergency yesterday, and high bulk collection volume today, our Sanitation Division is currently experiencing delays in trash, recycling, and bulk pickup. We are actively working to complete all scheduled collections for July 8th and 9th in Zone B. The Department of Public Works will continue to provide updates throughout the day to keep residents informed. Check this page for the latest updates. We thank all Newark residents for your patience and understanding. Questions? Please call our customer service unit at (973) 733-3644, and we’d be happy to assist you.

Paper Recycling in ZONE A - July 14, 2025
2025-07-14
Monday, July 14, 2025 – Paper Recycling to be Abated THIS AFTERNOON in Zone A
Due to the high volume of household trash and bulk from last week, the Sanitation Department will be collecting recycling (cardboard) in Zone A this afternoon and recycling (cardboard) in Zone B tomorrow afternoon. We want to thank residents for their patience and understanding. Residents should leave their materials curbside, and crews will pickup as soon as possible. We appreciate your understanding as we work to get our collections schedule back on track. Questions? Please call our customer service unit at (973) 733-3644, and we’d be happy to assist you.

Paper Recycling in ZONE B - July 15, 2025
2025-07-15
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 – Paper Recycling to be Abated THIS AFTERNOON in Zone B
Due to the high volume of household trash and bulk from last week, the Sanitation Department will be collecting recycling (cardboard) in Zone B this afternoon. We want to thank residents for their patience and understanding. Residents should leave their materials curbside, and crews will pickup as soon as possible. We appreciate your understanding as we work to get our collections schedule back on track. Questions? Please call our customer service unit at (973) 733-3644, and we’d be happy to assist you.

Labor Day — Collections IN EFFECT
2025-09-01
September 1, 2025 – All Newark DPW services will REMAIN IN EFFECT for Labor Day.
Newark residents in ZONE A should put out their trash and recycling as usual.
Live updates are available on our website at dpw.newarknj.gov/calendar/ and on our official Instagram page (@newarkpublicworks) and Facebook page (@City of Newark Department of Public Works).

E-Waste Recycling Event, September 18
2025-09-18 07:30 - 14:00
The City of Newark Department of Public Works will host a FREE E-Waste Recycling Event on Thursday, September 18, 2025, where residents can drop off old, broken, or unwanted electronic waste.
Location: Boylan Street Recreation Center, 916 South Orange Avenue, Newark, NJ 07106
Time: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM [RAIN OR SHINE]
Check our blog post for more information.
Click HERE for a list of acceptable and unacceptable e-waste items for this event.
Questions? Call us at (973) 733-3644 and we’d be happy to help you.
*Electronic waste, also known as e-waste, is a type of household waste that contains electrical or electronic devices or parts, such as cell phones, computers, and televisions. E-waste cannot be disposed of in regular trash, as it may contain toxic or hazardous substances. Properly dispose of your e-waste by dropping it off at a certified e-waste recycling center, or at an e-waste community collection event.

'Slam Dunk the Junk' Fall 2025 Clean Up
2025-10-09 08:00 - 13:00
Newark DPW will host the 23rd Annual “Slam Dunk the Junk” Citywide Cleanup! Get your team together to keep Newark clean!
Check our blog post for more information.
REGISTER HERE
Location: Lincoln Park, 7 Lincoln Park, Newark, NJ 07102
Time: 8 AM – 1 PM
*Cleaning supplies provided.
*Lunch provided at 12 PM.
Questions? Email Derrick Ross at rossder@ci.newark.nj.us or call us at (973) 733-3644.

Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day— Collections IN EFFECT
2025-10-13
October 13, 2025 – All Newark DPW services will REMAIN IN EFFECT for Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day.
Newark residents in ZONE A should put out their trash and recycling as usual.
Live updates are available on our website at dpw.newarknj.gov/calendar/ and on our official Instagram page (@newarkpublicworks) and Facebook page (@City of Newark Department of Public Works).

Leaf Collections BEGIN in ZONE A
2025-10-15
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 – Leaf Collections Begin in Zone A and will continue every third Wednesday until the end of the year.
Residents can also drop off yard waste at their nearest service center. Click HERE to find a service center near you.
Click HERE for more details about leaf and yard waste pickup.
Questions? Please call our customer service unit at (973) 733-3644, and we’d be happy to assist you.

Leaf Collections BEGIN in ZONE B
2025-10-22
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 – Leaf Collections Begin in Zone B and will continue every fourth Wednesday until the end of the year.
Residents can also drop off yard waste at their nearest service center. Click HERE to find a service center near you.
Click HERE for more details about leaf and yard waste pickup.
Questions? Please call our customer service unit at (973) 733-3644, and we’d be happy to assist you.

Brick City Cleanup: North Ward
2026-04-04 09:00 - 13:00
Got Pride for Brick City? Do your part to keep it clean!
Join forces with DPW employees for the Brick City Cleanup on April 4, 2026 in the North Ward.
Cleanups are scheduled every Saturday from April 4 to August 22 from 9 am to 1 pm, happening in different neighborhoods across all 5 wards.
Meetup Location: North Ward DPW Service Center (61 Verona Avenue, Newark, NJ 07104)
Time: 9 am – 1 pm
*Snacks, water, and cleaning supplies are provided.
We can’t do it without our residents! It takes all of us to maintain a clean city. REGISTER TODAY by filling out the form, or by calling (973) 733-3644.
View more event information HERE.

Brick City Cleanup: West Ward
2026-04-11 09:00 - 13:00
Got Pride for Brick City? Do your part to keep it clean!
Join forces with DPW employees for the Brick City Cleanup on April 11, 2026 in the West Ward.
Cleanups are scheduled every Saturday from April 4 to August 22 from 9 am to 1 pm, happening in different neighborhoods across all 5 wards.
Meetup Location: West Ward DPW Service Center, 244 South 12th Street, Newark, NJ 07107
Time: 9 am – 1 pm
*Snacks, water, and cleaning supplies are provided.
We can’t do it without our residents! It takes all of us to maintain a clean city. REGISTER TODAY by filling out the form, or by calling (973) 733-3644.
View more event information HERE.

Brick City Cleanup: Central Ward
2026-04-18 09:00 - 13:00
Got Pride for Brick City? Do your part to keep it clean!
Join forces with DPW employees for the Brick City Cleanup on April 18, 2026 in the Central Ward.
Cleanups are scheduled every Saturday from April 4 to August 22 from 9 AM to 1 PM, happening in different neighborhoods across all 5 wards.
Meetup Location: Central Ward DPW Service Center (244 South 12th Street, Newark, NJ 07107)
Time: 9 am – 1 pm
*Snacks, water, and cleaning supplies are provided.
We can’t do it without our residents! It takes all of us to maintain a clean city. REGISTER TODAY by filling out the form, or by calling (973) 733-3644.
View more event information HERE.

Brick City Cleanup: South Ward
2026-04-25 09:00 - 13:00
Got Pride for Brick City? Do your part to keep it clean!
Join forces with DPW employees for the Brick City Cleanup on April 25, 2026 in the South Ward.
Cleanups are scheduled every Saturday from April 4 to August 22 from 9 am to 1 pm, happening in different neighborhoods across all 5 wards.
NEW Meetup Location: Temple of Hip Hop, 55 Ludlow Street, Newark, NJ 07114
Time: 9 am – 1 pm
*Snacks, water, and cleaning supplies are provided.
We can’t do it without our residents! It takes all of us to maintain a clean city. REGISTER TODAY by filling out the form, or by calling (973) 733-3644.
View more event information HERE.

Brick City Cleanup: North Ward
2026-05-09 09:00 - 13:00
Got Pride for Brick City? Do your part to keep it clean!
Join forces with DPW employees for the Brick City Cleanup on May 9, 2026 in the North Ward.
Cleanups are scheduled every Saturday from April 4 to August 22 from 9 AM to 1 PM, happening in different neighborhoods across all 5 wards.
Meetup Location: North Ward DPW Service Center (61 Verona Avenue), 9 AM
*Snacks, water, and cleaning supplies are provided.
We can’t do it without our residents! It takes all of us to maintain a clean city. REGISTER TODAY by filling out the form, or by calling (973) 733-3644.
View more event information HERE.

Brick City Cleanup: West & Central Ward
2026-05-16 09:00 - 13:00
Got Pride for Brick City? Do your part to keep it clean!
Join forces with DPW employees for the Brick City Cleanup on May 16, 2026 in the West and Central Wards.
Cleanups are scheduled every Saturday from April 4 to August 22 from 9 AM to 1 PM, happening in different neighborhoods across all 5 wards.
Meetup Location: West/Central Ward DPW Service Center (244 South 12th Street), 9 AM
*Snacks, water, and cleaning supplies are provided.
We can’t do it without our residents! It takes all of us to maintain a clean city. REGISTER TODAY by filling out the form, or by calling (973) 733-3644.
View more event information HERE.

Brick City Cleanup: South Ward
2026-05-30 09:00 - 13:00
Got Pride for Brick City? Do your part to keep it clean!
Join forces with DPW employees for the Brick City Cleanup on May 30, 2026 in the South Ward.
Cleanups are scheduled every Saturday from April 4 to August 22 from 9 am to 1 pm, happening in different neighborhoods across all 5 wards.
Meetup Location: Marquis Bo Porter Sports Complex, 378 Lyons Avenue, Newark, NJ 07112
Time: 9 am to 1 pm
*Snacks, water, and cleaning supplies are provided.
We can’t do it without our residents! It takes all of us to maintain a clean city. REGISTER TODAY by filling out the form, or by calling (973) 733-3644.
View more event information HERE.

Brick City Cleanup: North Ward
2026-06-13 09:00 - 13:00
Got Pride for Brick City? Do your part to keep it clean!
Join forces with DPW employees for the Brick City Cleanup on June 13, 2026 in the North Ward.
Cleanups are scheduled every Saturday from April 4 to August 22 from 9 AM to 1 PM, happening in different neighborhoods across all 5 wards.
Meetup Location: North Ward DPW Service Center (61 Verona Avenue), 9 AM
*Snacks, water, and cleaning supplies are provided.
We can’t do it without our residents! It takes all of us to maintain a clean city. REGISTER TODAY by filling out the form, or by calling (973) 733-3644.
View more event information HERE.

Brick City Cleanup: West Ward
2026-06-20 09:00 - 13:00
Got Pride for Brick City? Do your part to keep it clean!
Join forces with DPW employees for the Brick City Cleanup on June 20, 2026 in the West Ward.
Cleanups are scheduled every Saturday from April 4 to August 22 from 9 AM to 1 PM, happening in different neighborhoods across all 5 wards.
Meetup Location: West Ward DPW Service Center (244 South 12th Street), 9 AM
*Snacks, water, and cleaning supplies are provided.
We can’t do it without our residents! It takes all of us to maintain a clean city. REGISTER TODAY by filling out the form, or by calling (973) 733-3644.
View more event information HERE.

Brick City Cleanup: Central Ward
2026-06-27 09:00 - 13:00
Got Pride for Brick City? Do your part to keep it clean!
Join forces with DPW employees for the Brick City Cleanup on June 27, 2026 in the Central Ward.
Cleanups are scheduled every Saturday from April 4 to August 22 from 9 AM to 1 PM, happening in different neighborhoods across all 5 wards.
Meetup Location: Central Ward DPW Service Center (244 South 12th Street), 9 AM
*Snacks, water, and cleaning supplies are provided.
We can’t do it without our residents! It takes all of us to maintain a clean city. REGISTER TODAY by filling out the form, or by calling (973) 733-3644.
View more event information HERE.

Brick City Cleanup: North Ward
2026-07-25 09:00 - 13:00
Got Pride for Brick City? Do your part to keep it clean!
Join forces with DPW employees for the Brick City Cleanup on July 25, 2026 in the North Ward.
Cleanups are scheduled every Saturday from April 4 to August 22 from 9 AM to 1 PM, happening in different neighborhoods across all 5 wards.
Meetup Location: North Ward DPW Service Center (61 Verona Avenue), 9 AM
*Snacks, water, and cleaning supplies are provided.
We can’t do it without our residents! It takes all of us to maintain a clean city. REGISTER TODAY by filling out the form, or by calling (973) 733-3644.
View more event information HERE.

Brick City Cleanup: West Ward
2026-08-01 09:00 - 13:00
Got Pride for Brick City? Do your part to keep it clean!
Join forces with DPW employees for the Brick City Cleanup on August 1, 2026 in the West Ward.
Cleanups are scheduled every Saturday from April 4 to August 22 from 9 AM to 1 PM, happening in different neighborhoods across all 5 wards.
Meetup Location: West Ward DPW Service Center (244 South 12th Street), 9 AM
*Snacks, water, and cleaning supplies are provided.
We can’t do it without our residents! It takes all of us to maintain a clean city. REGISTER TODAY by filling out the form, or by calling (973) 733-3644.
View more event information HERE.

Brick City Cleanup: Central Ward
2026-08-08 09:00 - 13:00
Got Pride for Brick City? Do your part to keep it clean!
Join forces with DPW employees for the Brick City Cleanup on August 8, 2026 in the Central Ward.
Cleanups are scheduled every Saturday from April 4 to August 22 from 9 AM to 1 PM, happening in different neighborhoods across all 5 wards.
Meetup Location: Central Ward DPW Service Center (244 South 12th Street), 9 AM
*Snacks, water, and cleaning supplies are provided.
We can’t do it without our residents! It takes all of us to maintain a clean city. REGISTER TODAY by filling out the form, or by calling (973) 733-3644.
View more event information HERE.

'Slam Dunk the Junk' 2026 Clean Up
2026-10-01 08:30 - 13:00
Get your clean team together and ‘Slam Dunk the Junk’ with us! Newark DPW will host the 24th Annual “Slam Dunk the Junk” Citywide Cleanup on Thursday, October 1, 2026.
Click here for more information.
REGISTER HERE
Location: Lincoln Park, 7 Lincoln Park, Newark, NJ 07102
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch provided at 12 p.m.
*Cleaning supplies provided.
Questions? Email Earle Jackson, Recycling Coordinator at jacksonea@ci.newark.nj.us.
