Public Works

Under the supervision of the Public Works Director, the Department of Public Works is responsible for maintaining City streets, public grounds, vehicles, and facilities and managing and operating the sewer and water plants. In addition, the Department of Public Works performs all appropriate functions associated with:

The City of Burlington’s Public Works is committed to enhancing the quality of life for our residents and providing a wide variety of services to the community throughout the year.

  • Bush and Leaf Collections
  • Clearing and Repairing Storm Drains
  • Fleet Management
  • Maintaining All Parks in Common Areas and Recreational Fields
  • Maintains and Operates Recycling Facilities
  • Pot Hole Repairs
  • Processes and Treats Surface Water for Purification
  • Processes and Treats Wastewater
  • Repairing or Replacing Road Signs
  • Snow Removal
  • Street Sweeping

To report pot holes, down trees, or other public works related matters, please email us at publicworks@burlingtonnj.us

Contact Information

Public Works Garage
325 East Federal Street,
Burlington, NJ, 08016

Fax: 609-387-8547
Hours: Monday to Friday (7:00 am - 3:00 pm)
Seasonal Hours: (6:00 am - 2:00 pm) (Memorial Day through Labor Day)

William Curry, Director
Tel: 609-386-0754
Email: wcurry@burlingtonnj.us

Lisa Schiller, Clerk
Tel: 609-386-0754, ext 1
Email: lschiller@burlingtonnj.us

Water Utility Division
601 E. Pearl Street,
Burlington, NJ 08016

Marc Zott, Water Division Superintendent
Tel: 609-386-0307
Fax: 609-239-8423
Email: mzott@burlingtonnj.us

Charles Ercol, Sewer Division Superintendent
Tel: 609-386-0035
Fax: 609-747-9293
Email: cercol@burlingtonnj.us

Division of Water Utility

Plays a crucial role in ensuring that residents of Burlington City have access to clea, safe and healthy drinking water.

Division of Sewer & Drainage Utility

Maintains public health and environmental safety by effectively managing wastewater and drainage within the City of Burlington.

Division of Buildings, Grounds & Fleet Management

Responsible for maintaining all City-owned buildings and many City-owned properties.

Trash Collection/Other Services

Trash collection information and schedule, snow removal services, brush removal information.

Recycling Services

Recycling information and schedule. Recycling cart procurement.

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