Middletown CT Public Works

Middletown CT Public Works Welcome to the official page of the City of Middletown's Public Works Department. The Middletown CT Public Works Department can be reached at 860-638-4850.

Please contact the Department directly at 860-638-4850 if you need additional information on any of our projects or programs. The Middletown CT Mayor's office contact Information is 860-638-4801. The administrative office of the Public Works Department is open Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The Middletown Recycling Center is open Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. and the first and third

Saturday of the month, 7:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Please note, the Center is open every Saturday, April - June and Sept - Nov.

Happy Public Works Appreciation Week! A heartfelt thank you to the City of Middletown Public Works Staff! From maintaini...
05/21/2026

Happy Public Works Appreciation Week! A heartfelt thank you to the City of Middletown Public Works Staff! From maintaining our roads and infrastructure to keeping our public spaces clean and safe, your efforts are appreciated! Thank you for your continued service and for making Middletown a great place to live and work.

05/15/2026
♻️ Safe Disposal Day: Clean Out Your Shed & Garage! ♻️Middletown residents, it’s time to get rid of those old chemicals ...
05/14/2026

♻️ Safe Disposal Day: Clean Out Your Shed & Garage! ♻️
Middletown residents, it’s time to get rid of those old chemicals and hazardous materials safely! The City of Middletown and RiverCOG are hosting a Household Hazardous Waste Collection this Saturday, May 16th.

Keep our water and soil clean by disposing of your household toxins the right way—for free!

📅 Event Details
When: Saturday, May 16th
Where: Water Pollution Control Facility
Address: 20 Gildersleeve Drive, East Hampton, CT
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

✅ What to Bring:
Home: paint, thinners, pool chemicals, drain cleaners, cleaners, aerosols, and mercury thermometers.

Garage: Gasoline, antifreeze, brake fluid, and engine degreasers.

Garden: Pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, and fungicides.

❌ What NOT to Bring:
ammunition, explosives, 20 gal propane tanks, drugs, fire extinguishers, commercial/industrial waste.

Pro Tips for the Drive:
Keep items in their original containers if possible.

Pack your car carefully so containers don't tip or leak.

Let’s work together to keep our community green and clean! 🌿

Questions? Visit https://www.middletownct.gov/193/Household-Hazardous-Waste for more details.

Hazardous items should be brought to a Hazardous Waste Collection Day.

📄 Time to Clear the Clutter! 📄Is your home office starting to look like a paper factory? This month is the perfect time ...
05/14/2026

📄 Time to Clear the Clutter! 📄
Is your home office starting to look like a paper factory? This month is the perfect time to protect your identity and reclaim your space! 🏠✨

Take advantage of one of the following Paper Shredding Events on Saturday May 23rd and get rid of those old bank statements, tax forms, and sensitive documents safely and securely.

Saturday, May 23rd
Where & When:
📍 Location 1: Westbrook Town Hall - 866 Boston Post Rd, Westbrook
🕒 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
💰 Cost: FREE!
✅ Limit: 5 boxes per household

📍 Location 2: St. Pius X Church - 310 Westfield St, Middletown
🕒 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
💰 Cost: Suggested Donation
✅ Limit: no published limit - based on donation

The Details:
🚫 No-Nos: No junk mail, magazines, books, cards, binders, plastic folders, or large metal clips, please!

Pro Tip: Arrive early! These events are popular, and the trucks often fill up fast. 🚛💨

Help us spread the word—Share this post with a friend who needs to tackle their "paper pile"!

More info:

Paper Shredding Events in Middletown and for Middletown Residents

The Public Works office and the Recycling Center will be closed on Thurs, May 21st from 12-3:30pm!
05/11/2026

The Public Works office and the Recycling Center will be closed on Thurs, May 21st from 12-3:30pm!

So many great community events happening this weekend—come say hello and get involved! 🌱🌼 Wesleyan Garden Fest!📅 Saturda...
04/21/2026

So many great community events happening this weekend—come say hello and get involved! 🌱

🌼 Wesleyan Garden Fest!
📅 Saturday, 4/25
🕛 12 PM – 4 PM
📍 Backyard of Russell House (350 High St)
Stop by our table to learn all about recycling and composting!
🔗 https://coexist.blogs.wesleyan.edu/2026/04/02/spring-into-garden-fest/

🌿 Invasive Plants Workshop
📅 Sunday, 4/26
🕘 9:15 AM – 12 PM
📍 Vet’s Park (200 Walnut Grove)
Join us to learn about invasive plants in our area and help remove a few! Don’t forget to bring your work gloves!

🎉 Wadsworth Mansion Spring Festival
📅 Sunday, 4/26
🕛 12 PM – 4 PM
📍 Wadsworth Mansion at Long Hill Estate
Visit us to learn about recycling, composting, energy efficiency, and other City-sponsored programs!
🔗 https://www.wadsworthmansion.com/event-calendar/spring-festival/

We hope to see you there!

04/02/2026

Spring cleaning? Don’t forget the items you can’t toss in the trash.

Join us for our first Household Hazardous Waste Collection of 2026 and safely dispose of materials like old paint, chemicals, batteries, and more.

📦Household Hazardous Waste Collection📦
April 11th | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | Clinton Public Works Garage

For a full list of accepted materials, please visit: https://www.rivercog.org/hhw

Attention Residents‼️The Recycling Center is closed on Good Friday.
04/01/2026

Attention Residents‼️
The Recycling Center is closed on Good Friday.

01/25/2026

Due to the ongoing winter weather, City Hall and all other non-essential City buildings will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026.

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245 Dekoven Drive
Middletown, CT
06457

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+18606384850

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