📣 Select Board Approves National Public Works Week Resolution
"Resolution honors DPW staff for vital services supporting infrastructure, safety, and daily operations" The Select Board unanimously approved a resolution Tuesday declaring May 17 through May 23, 2026 as National…
⚠️ Household Hazardous Waste Day Today
Today, Saturday May 2nd, is Household Hazardous Waste Day. From 9:00 am – 1:00 pm at the DPW Garage, 75 Newcrossing Rd. TV’s and CRT’s are not collected at this…
📉 Snow & Ice Deficit Spending Approved by Fincom
- DPW costs exceed budget as icing and a major storm strain winter operations - The Finance Committee voted unanimously Wednesday night to authorize deficit spending for the town’s snow‑and‑ice…
🦺 Reading DPW – FY27 Budget Overview
The Reading Department of Public Works is seeking a modest *1.4% increase (revision below) in its fiscal year 2027 budget, aimed at sustaining essential services, addressing infrastructure needs, and managing…
🚮 Select Board Approves New Trash Contract After Lengthy Debate
~$13M Trash & Recycling Deal Highlights Fiscal Pressures and Tradeoffs After months of deliberation and a marathon meeting on October 16th, the Select Board voted unanimously 4-0 to approve a…
🚧 Prescott and Washington Street Paving Today
Washington/Prescott Paving Update Please be advised that beginning today - Wednesday, October 15th, 2025 at 7:00 A.M., weather permitting, the Town's contractor PJ Albert Inc. will be paving (binder mix)…
🚧 King, Prescott and Washington Street Pavement Reclaiming Today
Please be advised that beginning today Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 7:00 A.M., weather permitting, PJ Albert Inc. will be reclaiming the existing roadway pavement on the following streets: -…
🧹 Street Sweeping Begins Today
via the Town of Reading - Street sweeping will start the week of October 6, 2025. Please don't blow leaves into the street, or leave anything in piles! The…
♻️ DPW Announces Fall Collection Event and Water Rates
The Town of Reading’s Department of Public Works (DPW) has released its latest newsletter, highlighting a series of community-focused events and service updates aimed at improving sustainability and convenience for…
🚮 Reading Moves Toward New Trash & Recycling Contract
Major changes include bi-weekly recycling, bulk item fees, and tech upgrades In a detailed presentation at last Tuesday’s Select Board meeting, town officials outlined a proposed overhaul of Reading’s trash…
