News Flash

Posted on: November 27, 2023

YARD WASTE SEASON EXTENDED

The 2023 yard waste season (green barrels) has been extended through December 8, 2023.

Home - Public Works
Posted on: November 20, 2023

NEW PUBLIC WORKS OFFICE HOURS

NEW OFFICE HOURS (effective November 27, 2023): 

MONDAY 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

TUESDAY 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 

WEDNESDAY 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

THURSDAY 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

FRIDAY 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Read on...

Home - Public Works
Posted on: October 4, 2023

Eversource Gas Construction

September 18, 2023

Dear Resident, 

Delivering safe, reliable energy is an Eversource top priority. In keeping with that commitment, Eversource is improving the natural gas distribution system in your Bristol neighborhood, beginning the week of Sept...

Read on...

Home - Public Works
Posted on: August 30, 2023

Litter Cleanup Kits Available!

Visit the Public Works office to receive a litter cleanup kit, which includes: a trash picker, garbage bags, a safety vest, first aid kit, and gloves! Available to the Bristol community, both individuals and groups!

Home - Public Works
Posted on: August 24, 2023

Fall Leaf Bag Collection

Fall Leaf Bag Collection will begin Monday, October 16, 2023 and will run through Friday, December 1, 2023.

Please bring your leaf bags curbside as soon as they are filled and leave them curbside until collected. Leaf bag collection is available to all cit...

Read on...

Home - Public Works
Posted on: September 13, 2023

Inlands Wetlands and Watercourses Map Update

The City of Bristol has hired the environmental consulting firm of BL Companies to review and update the City of Bristol Inland Wetlands and Watercourses map.  The purpose of the update is to accurately indicate the location of wetlands and water...

Read on...

Home - Public Works
Posted on: August 24, 2023

Eversource Southington/Bristol 1810/1825 Line Project

Work will be within Eversource’s existing right of way (powerline corridor) off Riverside Avenue, Ridge Road, Sunnydale Avenue, Lakeside Drive, Lake Avenue, Halcyon Drive, and Horizon Drive. 
 
We anticipate starting this work mi...
Read on...

Home - Public Works
Posted on: July 26, 2023

CITY ANNOUNCES REHABILITATION OF MELLEN STREET BRIDGE PROJECT

NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: (Bristol CT) July, 2023 CITY ANNOUNCES REHABILITATION OF MELLEN STREET BRIDGE PROJECT  (BRISTOL, CT) – The City of Bristol announces the rehabilitation of the Mellen Street B...

Read on...

Home - Public Works
Posted on: April 5, 2023

CT DOT Start of Work on Route 69 and Route 72 in Bristol

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
860-594-2560
DOT.CustomerCare@ct.gov
Operating Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Additional Info... Home - Public Works
Posted on: January 1, 2023

2023 Yard Waste Season

The 2023 Yard Waste Season will begin Monday, April 3, 2023 and will run through Friday, December 1, 2023. Unfortunately, this fee is not pro-rated. If you do not have a 2023 sticker on your barrel on April 3rd, it will not be emptied.

RENEWING CU...

Read on...

Home - Public Works
Posted on: January 1, 2023

2023 Recycle Calendars

2023 RECYCLE CALENDARS

Search your street name in the PDF to find your Recycle Route ("A" or "B"), then view, print, or save your 2023 recycle calendar.

If you have any trouble locating your recycle route or calendar, please sen...

Read on...

Home - Public Works
Posted on: January 31, 2023

Caring for Your Barrel

Caring for your barrel_001

Home - Public Works
Posted on: December 5, 2022

2023 Additional Rubbish Barrel Subscriptions

It’s time to RENEW your Additional Rubbish Barrel for the New Year! We are also able to accept NEW subscribers for 2023! The service fee is $155.00 for the calendar year (January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023). Unfortunately, this fee is...

Read on...

Home - Public Works
Posted on: March 11, 2022

Public Works Has Moved Back to City Hall

The Public Works Department has moved back to City Hall. Visit us at 111 North Main Street, 2nd Floor.

Home - Public Works
Posted on: March 15, 2022

Eversource Shares Tree “Scorecards” with Community Leaders Ahead of Scheduled Trimming

N   Eversource Shares Tree “Scorecards” with Community Leaders Ahead of Scheduled Trimming 

Energy company working along 4,000 miles of electric distribution lines to strengthen system reliab...

Read on...

Home - Public Works
Posted on: May 27, 2021

Food-Scraps-To-Compost Collection Survey

The City of Bristol is considering a partnership with Blue Earth Compost to bring a Food-Scraps-to-Compost curbside collection service to our town! There are many benefits to composting, including reducing the amount of household trash y...

Read on...

Home - Public Works
Posted on: August 21, 2019

Plastic Bag and Film Collection

The Department of Public Works has accepted the Trex Company challenge by hoping to collect 500lbs of Plastic Film over a six month period. If we reach our goal we will get a bench made out of the plastic film that will be placed in a local park. Attached...

Read on...

Home - Public Works
Posted on: September 9, 2019

Special Event Permit Applications

The City of Bristol has created a new digital form to apply for special event permits! We are no longer accepting paper applications. 

Bristol requires a permit for all special events taking place within the City. The application must be submitted...

Read on...

Home - Public Works
Posted on: May 23, 2019

TRANSFER STATION-ACCOUNT REQUIREMENTS & UPDATED DAILY FREE ALLOWANCE

NEWS RELEASE & ADVISORY 

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS Phone: 860-584-6125

111 North Main Street

Bristol, CT 06010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: (Bristol, CT) May 20, 2019 

TRANSFER STATION-ACCOUNT REQUIREMENTS & UPDATED DAILY FREE ALLOWANCE

(BR...

Read on...

Home - Public Works
Posted on: May 21, 2019

Recycle Coach App

May 15, 2019

IMMEDIATE RELEASE

City Announces Recycle Coach “App” to Help Residents Recycle

The Recycle Coach app helps City of Bristol residents take the guesswork out of recycling, empowering them to make smarter disposal decisions and ...

Read on...

Home - Public Works
Posted on: May 28, 2019

Help Keep Bristol Clean & Green

PRESS RELEASE - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

Did you know…

  • Bristol provides 1 FREE Bulk pickup per year for homeowners/ that receive curbside collection from the city? Simply call 860-584-6125 or visit www.bristolct.gov to schedule your appoin...
Read on...

Home - Public Works
Posted on: October 23, 2018

Curbside Barrel Policy Reminder

Residents we need your help! Please remember to place your barrel in a clear area where we can grab and empty. If you have visitors on your collection day ask that they not block the barrels with their vehicles. Place barrels at the curb by 6:00 am on the...

Read on...

Home - Public Works