Public Works

Effective May 1, 2019 mattresses and box springs must be completely covered with a plastic covering for curbside collection. Visit the Public Works Trash/Bulk Trash page for more information.

Services

The Department of Public Works (DPW) provides essential town services to the residents of University Park. Staff is responsible for waste management and other services such as:

  • Park Maintenance, Including Playgrounds
  • Recycling Collection
  • Road Maintenance
  • Sidewalks
  • Signage 
  • Town Tree Maintenance
  • Trash and Bulk Trash Collection
  • Yard Waste and Compost Collection

Seasonal & Specialized Services

DPW conducts snow removal and leaf vacuuming services seasonally. In addition, the DPW staff provides fleet and facilities maintenance services for town vehicles and buildings.

2023 Holiday Schedule

January

  • Yard Waste and Compost Collection - Wednesday, January 18

February

  • Yard Waste and Compost Collection - Wednesday, February 22

May

  • Yard Waste and Compost Collection - Wednesday, May 31

June

  • Yard Waste and Compost Collection - Wednesday, June 21

July

  • Trash Collection - Wednesday, July 5

September

  • Yard Waste and Compost Collection - Wednesday, September 6

October

  • Yard Waste and Compost Collection - Wednesday, October 11

November

  • Recycling - Wednesday, November 8
  • Recycling - Wednesday, November 22

December

  • Yard Waste and Compost Collection- Wednesday, December 27

2024 Holiday Schedule

January

  • Yard Waste and Compost Collection- Wednesday, January 3
  • Yard Waste and Compost Collection - Wednesday, January 17

February

  • Yard Waste and Compost Collection - Wednesday, February 21

May

  • Yard Waste and Compost Collection - Wednesday, May 29

September

  • Yard Waste and Compost Collection - Wednesday, September 4

October

  • Yard Waste and Compost Collection - Wednesday, October 16

November

  • Recycling - Wednesday, November 27