Public Works

The Department of Public Works' mission is to plan, build, operate, maintain and support transportation, parks and cemeteries to sustain natural systems essential to a safe and comfortable life and afterlife in Ipswich. The Department works with town employees and residents to ensure that the present and future way of life in Ipswich is consistent with their needs and desire to want to continue to work and live in Ipswich.
  1. Holiday Trash and Recycling Delays

    Due to the Memorial Day holiday on 5/29/23 Trash and Recycling pickup will be delayed one day this week. Please put your trash and recycling at the curb by 6am on the day after your regular pickup day.
  2. Plains Rd and Old Right Rd Paving Update

    The Town has contracted with Nocella Paving for the repaving of Plains Rd and a portion of Old Right Rd between Rt 1 and Plains Rd. The work is scheduled to start Monday June 5, 2023. Please plan accordingly as the work may result in traffic delays in Read on...
  3. County Street Bridge One-Way

    As a result of a recent bridge inspection the County Street Bridge will now be one-way to vehicle traffic. The one-way is for traffic heading north on County Street from 1A towards Great Neck. Please see the attached press release for more information. Read on...
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