Public Works
Toter Trash Carts
The new Toter system utilizes a Toter trash cart that attaches to a tipper plate, attached to each of the City's sanitation trucks, to lift the 96- or 48-gallon Toter trash carts provided by Public Works for use at each of the serviced addresses.
Juneteenth - City Offices Closed
City offices will be closed Wednesday, June 19, 2024 in observance of Juneteenth. There will be no bulk or yard debris collection Wednesday, June 19. Please hold until next collection of July 3.
Downtown Harrisonburg Operations Study
This study evaluated the traffic impacts of modifying the downtown transportation network, which will inform the City's future Downtown Master Planning process. Using traffic software models, consultants and the study team analyzed three different scenarios.
Smith Creek TMDL Action Plan Public Comment
The public comment period on the Smith Creek TMDL Action Plan is open May 21 to June 5.
Environmental Action Plan
The Environmental Action Plan (EAP) is a guide for city leaders, staff, and members of the community to implement sustainability visions and principles. To-date, the City of Harrisonburg has taken steps to address the quality and care of our natural resources; however, the latest science indicates that more ambitious actions are required to mitigate the impacts of environmental degradation and the changing climate that will affect our community’s health, economy, and well-being.
Spring Holiday
City offices will be closed Friday, March 29, 2024 in observance of Spring Holiday. Refuse for Friday, March 29 will be collected on Friday, March 29 as scheduled.
Stormwater Workshops
Public Works is hosting workshops in City Hall to provide resources on the Harrisonburg Conservation Assistance Program (HCAP).
Drainage Improvement Program
Citizens with concerns about drainage issues that have caused or are threatening damage to private properties may utilize the Drainage Improvement Program to request City-funded improvements.
Volunteer Tree Planting
The City will be hosting a volunteer tree planting opportunity at Northend Greenway. Members of the community are invited to participate in the tree planting event.