From: Bristol Public Works Date: 2/14/2012
City Hall and the Bristol Transfer Station will be closed on Monday February 20th, 2012 in honor of Presidents' Day.
There will be no curbside collections on Monday, and all collection routes will be done one day later in the week, with Friday rubbish and recycle routes being done on Saturday February 25th, 2012.
City Hall and the Transfer Station will reopen for normal business hours on Tuesday.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 1/9/2012
Christmas trees will be collected curbside through January 13th, 2012. Please remove all decorations, stands and tree bags for collection.
There is a one day delay in rubbish/recycle collection during the week of January 2nd - Friday collections will be made on Saturday (1/7/12).
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 12/19/2011
City Hall Schedule:
City Hall will be closed at 12:15 for the afternoon of Friday 12/23/11 and for the entire day Monday 12/26/11. City Hall will also close at 12:15 for the afternoon of Friday 12/30/11 and for the entire day Monday 1/2/12.
Curbside Collection Schedule:
Rubbish and recycle will be collected on their regularly scheduled days (Monday through Friday) during the weeks of 12/19/11 and 12/26/11. There will be no curbside collection on Monday 1/2/12, and all collections will be one day later during that week, with Friday collections being done on Saturday 1/7/12.
Transfer Station Schedule:
The Transfer Station will be closed on Saturday 12/24/11 and Saturday 12/31/11. The Transfer Station will be open for regular hours (7:15 AM to 2:45 PM) on 12/23/11, 12/26/11 and 12/30/11. The Transfer Station will be closed on Monday 1/2/12, and open for regular hours the remainder of the week.
Enjoy safe and happy holidays!
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 12/5/2011
The City's Transfer Station hours are extended until 5:00 PM through December 11th for residents who wish to help the City by bringing storm debris to the Transfer Station. This is the final weekend for extended hours at the Transfer Station.
Effective Monday, December 12th, the Transfer Station will return to normal business hours and fees.
The final sweep for storm debris will begin on Tuesday, December 6th and is expected to be completed by Friday, December 16th.
Residents have been advised that all storm related brush and branches were to be placed at the curb by December 5, 2011. Any storm debris not put out by December 5th must be brought to the Transfer Station for disposal by residents or their agent.
Final collections for Yard Waste service and leaf bags will be the week of December 12th.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we complete this large clean up effort.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 11/22/2011
Contractors and City crews are continuing to work dawn until dusk 7 days per week cleaning vegetative storm debris curbside. We anticipate completion of our initial phase of this operation by November 28, 2011.
After that date, we will commence the final phase of storm debris removal city wide. In order to accomplish this, we are requesting that residents have all storm related brush and branch debris placed at the curb no later than Monday December 5th.
The transfer station hours are being extended until 5:00 PM through December 10th for residents who wish to help the City by bringing storm debris to the Transfer Station.
Here are some guidelines for placement to help us serve you:
• Debris must be storm generated and from private property only.
• If at all possible, keep piles of debris clear of overhead power lines and tree limbs.
• Do not block sidewalks or allow branches to extend into the road. Remember your neighbors and children that use the sidewalk. If needed, brush/branches can be up to 10 feet back from the curb.
• Do not place leaves or storm debris in storm drains, as this will cause flooding.
• Keep debris piles away from intersections and traffic signs; we need to ensure the safety of all those using the roadway.
We appreciate your cooperation and patience as we work to complete this massive clean up effort.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 11/18/2011
City Hall will be closed on Thursday November 24th and Friday November 25th for the Thanksgiving Holiday.
There will be no curbside collections on Thursday November 24th and the Transfer Station will also be closed.
Thursday curbside collections (rubbish, recycle and yard waste) will be done on Friday 11/25, and Friday collections will be done on Saturday 11/26/11.
The Transfer Station will be open until 5:00 PM Friday 11/25 through Sunday 11/27/11 to assist residents with storm debris disposal.
Leaf bag collection and yard waste service has been extended through the week of 12/12/11. Please bring leaf bags to the curb once they are full (before your rubbish day) and have yard waste barrels at the curb by 6:00 AM on your scheduled collection day. With colder weather, please make sure that yard waste barrel contents are not frozen and will freely exit the container when inverted.
Contractors and City crews are continuing to work from dawn until dusk cleaning vegetative storm debris curbside.
Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 11/14/2011
To assist with clean up of storm debris, the Transfer Station will be open extended hours and days per the following schedule:
Monday 11/14/11 through Friday 11/18/11 - 7:15 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday 11/19/11 & Sunday 11/20/11 - 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Monday 11/21 to Weds 11/23/11 - 7:15 AM to 5:00 PM
Contractors and City work crews will work dawn to dusk 7 days per week cleaning storm debris from both roadways and curbside. Residents can bring all tree/brush/branch debris (no stumps) to the curb for collection. Please do not block sidewalks or sight lines that could cause safety issues. We will make several sweeps of each street over the next few weeks to allow residents time to dispose of storm debris.
Trucks equipped with grapples will be used for large debris piles. If the grapple is unable to reach the debris due to power lines or other obstructions, they will return at another time with other equipment to push the debris pile for easier collection.
Here are some guidelines for placement to help us serve you:
• Debris must be storm generated and from private property only.
• Bring storm debris to the curb as soon as possible.
• If at all possible, keep piles of debris clear of overhead power lines and tree limbs.
• Do not block sidewalks or allow branches to extend into the road. Remember your neighbors and children that use the sidewalk. If needed, brush/branches can be up to 10 feet back from the curb.
• Please do not block mailboxes.
• Drive slowly in areas with large debris piles.
• Do not place leaves or storm debris in storm drains, as this will cause flooding.
• Keep debris piles away from intersections and traffic signs; we need to ensure the safety of all those using the roadway.
We appreciate your cooperation and patience as we work to clean and restore Bristol as quickly as possible.
Leaf bag collection will continue until the end of November. Please bring leaf bags to the curb once they are ready, and keep leaf bags separate from other items at the curb.
Yard waste service is being extended through the week of December 12. Acceptable yard waste consists of grass, leaves, woodchips and twigs 12" or less in length, and less than 1" in diameter. With colder weather, please make sure that barrel contents are not frozen and will freely exit the container when inverted.
If you have scheduled a bulk pick up, please make sure that the bulk items are separated from any leaf bags or storm debris.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 11/14/2011
Leaf bag collection has been extended through the week of December 12th.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 11/7/2011
The City is asking residents placing brush/branches at the curb for collection to be mindful of sight lines and other safety issues.
Please ensure that brush/branches are not on the sidewalk or in the road, and that intersections and traffic signs are kept clear.
Brush/branches can be kept just behind the sidewalk in neighborhoods that have sidewalks.
Crews will arrive as soon as they can to collect storm debris.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 11/3/2011
There will be no curbside rubbish, recycle or yard waste collection on Friday November 11, 2011 in honor of Veterans Day. City Hall will also be closed. All Friday collections will be done on Saturday, November 12th, 2011.
To assist with clean up of storm debris, the Transfer Station will be open extended hours and days per the following schedule:
Friday 11/4/11 - 7:15 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday 11/5/11 - 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Sunday 11/6/11 - 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Monday 11/7/11 through Friday 11/11/11 - 7:15 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday 11/12/11 - 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Sunday 11/13/11 - 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Contractors and City work crews will work dawn to dusk 7 days per week cleaning storm debris from both roadways and curbside. Residents can bring all tree/brush/branch debris (no stumps) to the curb for collection. We will make several sweeps of each street over the next few weeks to allow residents time to dispose of storm debris.
Leaf bag collection will resume on Monday 11/7/11. Please bring leaf bags to the curb once they are ready, and keep leaf bags separate from other items at the curb.
Yard waste service is being extended through the week of December 12. Acceptable yard waste consists of grass, leaves, woodchips and twigs 12" or less in length, and less than 1" in diameter. With colder weather, please make sure that barrel contents are not frozen and will freely exit the container when inverted.
If you have scheduled a bulk pick up, please make sure that the bulk items are separated from any leaf bags or storm debris.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 10/17/2011
Fall leaf collection will be conducted from 10/17/11 through the month of November.
Leaf bags are collected on your normal rubbish collection day. Please bring your leaf bags curbside as soon as they are filled and leave them curbside until collected. Leaf bag collection is available to all city residences eligible for curbside rubbish and recycling services.
Leaves are only collected in brown (recyclable) paper leaf bags that are available at most home and garden stores. There is no maximum limit to leaf bag collection at a residence. Leaf bags containing dirt, sand, rocks, sod or materials other than leaves will not be collected. Leaf bags must be placed curbside and not on your property for collection.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 10/4/2011
In recognition of Columbus Day, City Hall will be closed on Monday, October 10th, 2011.
There will be no rubbish, recycling or yard waste pickup on Monday, October 10th, 2011. Rubbish and recycling pickup will be one day later in the week, with Friday collections made on Saturday.
Monday's yard waste pickup will be made on Tuesday. All other yard waste pickups will be on regular scheduled days.
Paper leaf bags will be collected on your rubbish day beginning October 17, 2011 and continuing through the month of November. Reminder: Leaves are only collected in brown (recyclable) paper leaf bags. Please do not place leaves in plastic bags.
The City of Bristol Transfer Station is open Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and will be closed all day Monday, October 10th, 2011.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 9/26/2011
Reminder:
Updated Transfer Station Permits will be required to enter the Transfer Station as of 10/1/11.
If you have a current 2011 Residential Transfer Station permit, please bring your drivers' license and 2011 permit sheet and/or permit sticker to City Hall - Public Works. We will replace the 2011 permit with the new 5 year permit, free of charge.
If you do not have a 2011 Residential Transfer Station permit yet, you can purchase the new 5 year permit for $25.00 (cash or check). Please bring your Bristol drivers' license to City Hall Public Works (Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM).
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 9/23/2011
The City of Bristol is deploying new recycle barrels to many streets in October. The new barrel is for all recyclable materials. This method of recycling, called Single Stream recycling, will give residents more capacity for all recyclable materials. It will be emptied using automated trucks, similar to those used for rubbish collection.
The City of Bristol is committed to increasing recycling. Aside from being a state law, recycling saves tax payer dollars. Recycling materials are processed at almost half the cost of rubbish. Recycling also helps the environment, and it's the right thing to do.
For a list of which streets will be getting recycle barrels, along with the deployment and collection schedule, please go to:
www.bristolct.gov/newrecycle
For any streets not listed or that do not currently have recycle barrels, The City we will be deploying new barrels next year until the entire city has the new barrels.
Residents in the affected areas will receive information and instructions with their new barrels.
If you have questions, please contact Public Works at 860-584-6125.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 9/3/2011
Fall Mountain Road:
The City of Bristol will be doing extensive road work on Fall Mountain Road. The area will extend from intersection with Allentown Road/Witches Rock Road/Wolcott Street to the town line.
The work will consist of installation of storm drainage, pavement reclamation, roadway pavement, curbing driveway aprons and curbing.
The Department of Public Works expects the major components of the work to start on Tuesday September 6, 2011, and will be substantially complete prior to winter.
As part of the proposed construction, the City will restore affected areas by loaming, seeding, repairing walkways, and driveway aprons.
There may be minor traffic delays during construction, however the road will remain open for mail delivery, emergency vehicles, and local traffic at all times. Temporary "No Parking" signs will be posted as needed during construction.
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Witches Rock Road:
The City of Bristol will be doing extensive road work on Witches Rock Road. Construction will extend from Allentown Road to the Bristol/Wolcott town line.
The work will consist of installation of storm drainage, pavement reclamation, roadway pavement, curbing driveway aprons and curbing. Work will also include installing water and sewer laterals in the in the section of roadway located from Allentown Road to Cove Road.
The Department of Public Works expects the major components of the work to start on Tuesday September 6, 2011, and will be substantially complete prior to winter.
As part of the proposed construction, the City will restore affected areas by loaming, seeding, repairing walkways, and driveway aprons.
There may be minor traffic delays during construction, however the road will remain open for mail delivery, emergency vehicles, and local traffic at all times. Temporary "No Parking" signs will be posted as needed during construction.
If you should have questions or concerns about this project, please feel free to contact Public Works 860-584-6297.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 9/1/2011
To assist with storm clean up, the Transfer Station is extending their hours and will be open from 7:15 AM to 7:30 PM through Friday 9/2/11. Saturday hours are also extended with the station open from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The City will run the extended opening hours next week from Tuesday 6 September through Saturday 10 September.
In addition to the extension of the Transfer Station's operating hours the City of Bristol Public Works Department is also able to assist residents and businesses in the area where the waters of the Pequabuck River, Copper Mine Brook and other waterways deposited sand, silt and sediments on the driveways, walks, parking lots and lawns assistance in disposing of the materials.
Sand, silt, and sediments from Bristol residential and business property in the impacted areas may be brought to the Transfer Station by those holding valid residential permits. The City has designated an area where we will hold the material for testing and final disposal.
Transfer Station permits are available at City Hall (Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM). A Bristol driver's license and cash or check (only) for $25.00 is required to purchase a residential Transfer Station permit. Please do not discard any of these materials in rubbish, yard waste, or recycle barrels.
In order to insure that our storm water drainage systems function as needed we also ask that the materials not be dumped or swept into storm water catch basins. The City will continue to sweep the streets in the impacted areas several times during the next two weeks. Small amounts of the sand, silt and sediment may be moved to the edge of the roadway and we will pick it up with the street sweeper.
If you sweep material to the curb please call Public Works so that we may put in a service request noting that the material is at the curb. To insure we do not block our drainage systems large amounts of material must be brought to the Transfer Station.
You may call Public Works at (860) 584-6125 with any questions.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 8/25/2011
City Hall and the Bristol Transfer Station will be closed on Monday September 5th, 2011 in honor of Labor Day.
There will be no curbside collections on Monday.
Rubbish and recycling collection will be one day later than normal during the week of the Labor Day Holiday. Friday collections will be done on Saturday 9/10/2011.
Monday Yard Waste collection customers will be serviced on Tuesday 9/6/2011. All other Yard Waste collections will be on their normal collection day.
City Hall and the Transfer Station will reopen for normal business hours on Tuesday.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 6/28/2011
The City of Bristol will be recognizing the Independence Day holiday on Monday July 4th, 2011. City Hall will be closed on Monday, there will be no curbside collection services, and the Transfer Station will also be closed on Monday.
Curbside collections and normal hours for City Hall and the Transfer Station will resume on Tuesday, July 5th. Rubbish and recycle collections will be one day later in the week due to the holiday collection, and Friday routes will be collected on Saturday July 9th. Monday yard waste collections will be done on Tuesday, the remainder of the week's yard waste collection days will not change.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 5/22/2011
City Hall will be closed on Monday, May 30, 2011 in honor of Memorial Day.
There will be no curbside collections on May 30th, and the Transfer Station will also be closed.
Rubbish and recycling collection will be one day later than normal during the week of the Memorial Day Holiday. Friday collections will be done on Saturday 6/4/11.
Monday Yard Waste collection customers will be serviced on Tuesday 5/31/11, all other Yard Waste collections will be on their normal collection day.
Have a safe and happy Memorial Day.
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From: State Office of Communications Date: 3/31/2011
The Department of Transportation announced today that Pine Street in Bristol, between Birch Street and Todd Street, is scheduled to be closed from April 11 to April 29, 2011.
The section of Pine Street, between Birch Street and Todd Street, will remain open for local traffic only. Eastbound traffic on Pine Street will detoured along the new portion of Route 72 to Central Street. Westbound traffic will be detoured on Birch Street, Redstone Hill Road and Emmett Street.
This road closure is being implemented to facilitate the relocation of the last section of Pine Street as part of the ongoing Route 72 Relocation project in Bristol and Plainville.
This $40 million project is being performed by Manafort Brothers, Inc. of Plainville, Connecticut under contract with the Department of Transportation. The anticipated completion date for this project is in June 2011.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS
TELEPHONE: (860) 594-3062
WEB SITE: www.ct.gov/dot
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 3/17/2011
Curbside leaf bag collection will run through the month of April
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 3/8/2011
The 2011 yard waste collection service will begin during the week of April 11, 2011 and will continue weekly through the week of November 18, 2011. Yard waste collection is a subscription service and is still $85.00 for the season.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 2/17/2011
City Hall and Bristol Transfer Station will be closed on Monday February 21st, 2011 in honor of President's Day.
There will be no curbside collections on Monday, and all collection routes will be done one day later in the week, with Friday rubbish and recycle routes being done on Saturday February 26thnd, 2011.
City Hall and the Transfer Station will reopen for normal business hours on Tuesday.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 2/2/2011
Travel out of neighborhoods required driving on snow-covered streets this morning. The Public Works Department understands that although this made the beginning of your commute difficult, it was necessary due to the weather forecast for the evening and early morning. We did not ignore the residential subdivision streets last night; in the early evening all the streets were plowed of the snow that fell yesterday and our heavy equipment spent the night widening out neighborhood streets in some subdivisions.
Our forecast weather called for the second phase of the storm beginning around 1 A.M. as a snow/sleet mix with a possible change-over to freezing rain before the morning commute. With frozen ground, we made a decision not to plow off the accumulation of snow and sleet on the subdivision streets because the freezing rain would glaze over the roadways. We are unable to quickly respond to roadways glazing over throughout the City and needed to keep the roads in a passable condition if possible. With the snow/slush on the roadway, any freezing rain would turn the accumulation into slush that can be driven through. We could then plow off the slush and treat the roadway as needed once the freezing rain ended.
As it happened, we actually had a good situation in that temperatures stayed up during the evening and we had predominately snow that changed over to sleet around 4 a.m. We did not get the predicted freezing rain. Early this morning City crews began clearing the main commuting arteries and are now working into the secondary roadways and subdivisions. We have also called in our snow plow contractors to assist in our operation this morning. The current forecast has the winter storm clearing out before noon and we hope to have all roadways plowed and treated by mid-afternoon.
For reference: The City has over 225 miles of roadway plus City facilities and schools that must be cleared of ice and snow during a winter event. Because some of the roadways have more than two travel lanes, we plow and treat over 500 lane miles of roadway. The City (Public Works, Parks, Water and Water Pollution Control Departments) have 20 trucks equipped with material spreaders that we use to treat the roadways. The Parks, Water and Water Pollution Control vehicles have a primary responsibility to keep their Department's facilities and roadways open and are available to assist Public Works Operations once they complete this service. We have seven additional Public Works trucks and pieces of heavy equipment we can put out on the roadway to plow as needed, but during a storm event the heavy equipment share double duty plowing and loading de-icing materials onto the fleet. Additionally, the City has another 43 vehicles on contract that we can call in to assist our plowing operations but these vehicles are not equipped to spread de-icing materials.
It takes the City and Contractor crews 6 to 8 hours to plow all the City streets and clean up facilities and schools after a 6-8 inch snowfall. If you clear your driveway right after a storm ends, it is likely a plow truck will come by plowing twice or more as we continue our operations. If you clear your driveway we recommend that you leave a berm of snow at the street edge until we complete our operations. Otherwise, each time our plow comes by snow will spill from the plow into the open area.
With only 20 vehicles equipped to spread de-icing materials, it takes us over 6 hours just to drive all the streets and apply treatment. This is why you might see a City truck out two hours before the beginning of predicted snowfall. In a situation like last night we also cannot get to all the streets to treat them quickly if icing begins to occur and we must leave some accumulated snow on the road to minimize the icing that occurs.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 1/13/2011
City Hall and Bristol Transfer Station will be closed on Monday, January 17th, 2011 in honor of Martin Luther King Day.
There will be no curbside collections on Monday, and all collection routes will be done one day later in the week, with Friday rubbish and recycle routes being done on Saturday January 22nd, 2011.
City Hall and the Transfer Station will reopen for normal business hours on Tuesday.
Residential Transfer Station Permits will be available for sale at the Transfer Station on Saturdays through February 5th, 2011 between the hours of 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 11/23/2010
The Yard Waste Collection service for paid subscribers has been extended through the week of November 29, 2010.
Subscribers may put Yard Waste barrels at the curb on their normal collection day this and next week for final collections.
Yard Waste collection will resume on April 11, 2011 for subscribers.
Leaf Bag collection will continue through December 3, 2010. Please place leaf bags at the curb when full, and leave them there until collected.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 10/4/2010
Fall leaf collection will be conducted from 10/18/10 through the month of November.
Leaf bags are collected on your normal rubbish collection day. Please bring your leaf bags curbside as soon as they are filled and leave them curbside until collected. Leaf bag collection is available to all city residences eligible for curbside rubbish and recycling services.
Leaves are only collected in brown (recyclable) paper leaf bags that are available at most home and garden stores. There is no maximum limit to leaf bag collection at a residence. Leaf bags containing dirt, sand, rocks, sod or materials other than leaves will not be collected. Leaf bags must be placed curbside and not on your property for collection. Loose leaf piles will not be collected.
Residents are encouraged to clear leaves and other debris from the tops of catch basins around their property during the fall leaf collection period to help prevent localized flooding conditions during the fall and winter months.
Leaves, grass, and twigs can always be taken by residents to the City of Bristol Solid Waste Transfer Station. At the Transfer Station, leaves, grass, and twigs in bags (other than paper yard waste bags) must be emptied out. A permit is required to access the Transfer Station - click here for information on obtaining a permit.
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From: Bristol Public Works Date: 8/20/2010
Bristol now offers enhanced recycling to its residents. To make recycling easier, residents no longer have to separate their paper recyclables from their bottles, cans and plastics.
Our list of acceptable recyclable materials has also grown. We now accept clean food and beverage containers (plus shampoo and laundry detergent containers) made from plastics marked with the recycle symbol 1-7. We've also added boxboard to the list of items. Boxboard (also known as grey board) includes cereal boxes (with the liner removed), shoe boxes, and similar items. Please remember that plastic bags are not allowed in recyclables.
As we move towards automated recycling city-wide using wheeled barrels, we will no longer purchase additional recycling bins. We will retrieve bins where available when routes are converted to automated recycling, and will make those recycle bins available as needed. If you are in need of additional recycling containers, please consider using the following items for your recyclables: laundry baskets, milk crates, kitchen trash bins, and similar items less than 20 gallons in size.
Please visit our web site at www.bristolct.gov/publicworks for more information.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 8/10/2010
Effective July 30, 2010 the City Council approved a change of City Ordinance Section 10-11 regarding curbside collection.
The Ordinance changed the time for putting rubbish and recycle at the curb for collection. Residents must now have their collection items curbside by 6:00 AM on the day of collection. The Ordinance previously referenced 7:00 AM as the set out time.
Although collection schedules are not changing, the ordinance change allows Public Works to have the flexibility to begin collection routes earlier if needed. One example would be if severe weather is imminent, Public Works can begin and end collection earlier to avoid unsafe conditions.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 7/30/2010
The City of Bristol Public Works Department is again extending the hours of the Transfer Station to assist residents with their storm clean up needs.
The Mayor has stated that the City will continue to monitor the needs of the residents as they address their clean-up operations at their homes and business resulting from last week's tornado. Due to storm clean up activities, the Transfer Station has received approximately 1 and ½ months worth of debris since the tornado of 7/21/10. Discussion with individuals using the Station indicated there is a need to continue the extended hours. In response to this need, the City decided to extend the late hours through August 6th.
The Transfer Station will be open from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday 7/31/10, and Monday through Friday next week 8/2/10 to 8/6/10 from 7:15 AM to 8:00 PM.
Tree branches may be brought by Bristol residents to the Transfer Station with a residential permit, which is available at City Hall (Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM). A Bristol driver's license, vehicle registration, and cash or check (only) for $20.00 is required to purchase a residential Transfer Station permit.
Branches brought to the Transfer Station should be no larger than 4 foot long and 6 inches in diameter. Stumps are not accepted at the Transfer Station.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 7/14/2010
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Effective 8/2/10, all Bristol residents recycle day will change to the day AFTER rubbish collection. Friday collections will move to Monday.
Holiday schedules will delay each collection by one day. Recycling will still be every other week, but one day later than the current schedule.
This change is being made in anticipation of single- stream recycling which uses 95 gallon barrels for all recyclable materials. Single stream recycling will be implemented city-wide over the next three years. Some areas of Bristol do not have enough curbside property to accommodate both rubbish and recycle 95 gallon barrels on the same day. Shifting recycle to one day later than rubbish will allow enough room for barrel placement.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 7/2/2010
The City of Bristol will be recognizing the Independence Day holiday on Monday July 5th, 2010. City Hall will be closed on Monday, there will be no curbside collection services, and the Transfer Station will also be closed on Monday.
Curbside collections and normal hours for City Hall and the Transfer Station will resume on Tuesday, July 6th. Rubbish and recycle collections will be one day later in the week due to the holiday collection, and Friday routes will be collected on Saturday July 10th. Monday yard waste collections will be done on Tuesday, the remainder of the week's yard waste collection days will not change
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 6/14/2010
The City's Joint Board approved the first phase of full implementation of single-stream recycling for the remainder of the City over the next three budget years. The City of Bristol recently received a grant that will fund single-stream recycling for 760 additional Bristol homes beginning in early fall 2010. In addition, the City plans to convert another 3,850 homes to single stream recycling over late fall 2010 and spring 2011 as we receive the automated trucks needed for collection. The remainder of the City will follow over the next two budget years.
The implementation of single stream recycling creates the need to shift residents recycling day so that both solid waste (rubbish) and recycling barrels are not out at the curb on the same day. Several areas of the City do not have enough curbside frontage for both rubbish and recycle barrels on the same day. Consequently, the City of Bristol Board of Public Works has revised the solid waste and recycling collection schedule for all residential homes within the City to shift the normal collection of recyclable materials to the next working day, beginning Monday August 2, 2010. (i.e. Monday rubbish collection will have Tuesday recycling collection during your regularly scheduled recycle week).
If you have questions, please contact Public Works at 860-584-6125 or 860-584-7791.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 5/24/2010
City Hall will be closed on Monday, May 31, 2010 in honor of Memorial Day.
There will be no curbside collections on May 31st, and the Transfer Station will also be closed.
Rubbish and recycling collection will be one day later than normal during the week of the Memorial Day Holiday. Friday collections will be done on Saturday 6/5/10.
Monday Yard Waste collection customers will be serviced on Tuesday 6/1/10, all other Yard Waste collections will be on their normal collection day.
Have a safe and happy Memorial Day.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 3/17/2010
Spring Services:
Leaf Bag Collection begins April 1st and will run through the month of April. Click here for more information.
Yard Waste Collection (subscriber service) begins the week of April 12th. For information or to apply for service, please click here.
Branch/Brush collection and Bulk pick up curbside services available by appointment - call 860-584-6125 to schedule.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 3/3/2010
Orders are now being accepted for 2010 copies of the City of Bristol Assessor's Maps.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 2/9/2010
City Hall will be closed on Monday, February 15, 2010 in honor of the President's Day holiday.
There will be no curbside collection services on Monday 2/15/10, and the Transfer Station will be closed.
Curbside Collections will be one day later next week.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 1/12/2010
In honor of Martin Luther King Day, City Hall will be closed on Monday, January 18, 2010.
The Transfer Station will also be closed and there will be no curbside collections on Monday 1/18/10.
Curbside collections will resume on Tuesday, January 19th, and all routes will be done one day later than normal for the week. Monday collections will be done on Tuesday, Tuesday routes on Wednesday, Wednesday routes on Thursday, Thursday routes on Friday, and Friday collections will be made on Saturday, January 23rd, 2010.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 12/17/2009
There will be no curbside rubbish or recycling collection on Friday, December 25th, 2009. The Transfer Station will also be closed.
Friday collections will be made on Saturday, December 26th, 2009. The Transfer Station will be open for regular hours on Thursday, December 23rd (7:15 AM to 2:45 PM) and on Saturday, December 26th (7:30 AM to 1:00 PM)
City Hall will be closed at 12:15 PM on Thursday, December 24th and all day Friday, December 25th.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 12/17/2009
There will be no curbside rubbish or recycling collection on Friday, January 1st, 2010. The Transfer Station will also be closed.
Friday collections will be made on Saturday, January 2nd, 2010. The Transfer Station will be open for regular hours on Thursday, December 31st (7:15 AM to 2:45 PM) and on Saturday, January 2nd (7:30 AM to 1:00 PM).
City Hall will be closed at 12:15 PM on Thursday, December 31st and all day Friday, January 1st, 2010.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 12/17/2009
Christmas Trees will be collected curbside during the first two weeks of January, 2010. Tree stands, lights, ornaments and plastic bags should be removed before placing the tree at the curb for collection.
Have a safe and happy holiday season!
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 11/13/2009
2010 Transfer Station Permits will go on sale Monday November 30, 2009. Permits will be valid through December 31, 2010.
Transfer Station Permits are $20.00 (cash or check only) and can be purchased at Public Works in City Hall (ground floor) - Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Please bring your current drivers license and registration for the vehicle you wish to permit.
Residential Transfer Station Permits will also be sold on Saturdays (7:30 AM to 1:00 PM) at the Transfer Station only from 1/9/2010 through 2/13/10. After that, permits can only be purchased at City Hall.
Residential permits can also be purchased through the mail. For instructions and an application - please visit our web site at:
www.ci.bristol.ct.us/tspermit
More information on Residential Transfer Station Permits is available on our web site at the following location:
http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/content/3240/6587/3296/default.aspx
Contact Public Works at 584-6125 with any questions.
Url: http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/content/3240/6587/3296/default.aspx
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 11/5/2009
City Hall and the Bristol Transfer Station will be closed on Wednesday November 11, 2009 in honor of Veterans Day.
There will be no rubbish, recycling, yard waste or leaf collection on Wednesday, November 11, 2009.
The holiday schedule will be as follows for Rubbish, Recycling and Leaf pickup:
Monday & Tuesday collections will not change
Wednesday pickup will be made on Thursday.
Thursday pickup will be made on Friday.
Friday pickup will be made on Saturday.
The schedule for Yard Waste will only change for Wednesday pickup. Wednesday's yard waste pickup will be made on Thursday. All other days will remain on regular schedule. Please note: Yard Waste collection will be ending the week of November 16.
The Transfer Station will be open Saturday, November 7, 7:30 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 9/1/2009
In recognition of Labor Day, City Hall and the Transfer Station will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2009. There will be no curbside collections on Monday 9/7/09.
The service schedule for the week will be:
Regular rubbish and recycle -Monday collections will be made on Tuesday, Tuesday collections will be made on Wednesday, Wednesday collections will be made on Thursday, Thursday collections will be made on Friday, Friday collections will be made on Saturday 9/12/09.
Yard Waste Collection - Only Monday Yard Waste collection will change to Tuesday September 8th. All other Yard Waste will be collected on the regular scheduled days.
Call 584-6125 or 584-7791 with any collection questions. Happy Labor Day!
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 7/24/2009
For current information on road construction projects, please visit our web site at www.ci.bristol.ct.us/publicworks and click on Road Construction Information in the News box on the upper right side of the screen - or click here:
Url: http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/content/3240/7383/default.aspx
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 6/16/2009
Public Works has recycle reminder calendars available. Residents can find their recycle route and print a calendar to help them remember when their next recycle day is.
To find your route, click here:
http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/content/3240/6587/3310/default.aspx
You can look up which route your address is on by following the "click here" link in the third paragraph, or by clicking here:
http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/filestorage/3240/6587/9380/Collection_Days_by_Address_current.pdf
Recycle calendars are available at the following link:
http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/content/3240/6587/3310/11865.aspx
Url: http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/content/3240/6587/3310/default.aspx
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 5/22/2009
City Hall will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2009 in observance of Memorial Day. There will be no curbside collections, and the Transfer Station will also be closed on Monday.
Rubbish and recycling collections will be one day later due to the holiday. Monday collections will be on Tuesday, Tuesday on Wednesday, Wednesday on Thursday, Thursday on Friday, and Friday on Saturday. The Transfer Station will be open for normal business hours every day except Monday 5/25/09. Monday Yard Waste collections will be done on Tuesday - 5/26/09. Yard Waste collection days for the remainder of the week will not change.
City Hall will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2009 in observance of Memorial Day. There will be no curbside collections, and the Transfer Station will also be closed on Monday.
Rubbish and recycling collections will be one day later due to the holiday. Monday collections will be on Tuesday, Tuesday on Wednesday, Wednesday on Thursday, Thursday on Friday, and Friday on Saturday. The Transfer Station will be open for normal business hours every day except Monday 5/25/09. Monday Yard Waste collections will be done on Tuesday - 5/26/09. Yard Waste collection days for the remainder of the week will not change.
City Hall will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2009 in observance of Memorial Day. There will be no curbside collections, and the Transfer Station will also be closed on Monday.
Rubbish and recycling collections will be one day later due to the holiday. Monday collections will be on Tuesday, Tuesday on Wednesday, Wednesday on Thursday, Thursday on Friday, and Friday on Saturday. The Transfer Station will be open for normal business hours every day except Monday 5/25/09. Monday Yard Waste collections will be done on Tuesday - 5/26/09. Yard Waste collection days for the remainder of the week will not change.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 4/29/2009
City of Bristol curbside leaf bag collection ends Friday, May 1, 2009. The next scheduled collection will begin on Monday, October 19, 2009 and continue through the month of November.
Remaining leaf bags may be brought to the City of Bristol Transfer Station on Lake Avenue Monday - Friday, 7:15 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. and Saturdays 7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. with a residential permit. Loose leaves or leaves in paper bags, can be left at the transfer station, however plastic bags must be emptied out. Thank you for your cooperation.
City of Bristol Department of Public Works
(860) 584-7791
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From: Mayors office Date: 4/17/2009
Bristol, CT, April 16, 2009 - In a prepared statement today, Mayor Ward announced that the Community Gardens in Bristol are set to go. "This is a great opportunity for the residents of Bristol, who don't have land to plant a garden," said Ward. "The location of the gardens at the Bristol Senior Community Center is especially convenient for seniors who now live in apartments or condominiums and still would like to do recreational gardening."
Ward continued, "Families can take advantage of a Community Garden because of the opportunity to teach children about planting and the healthy benefits of fresh vegetables."
The plot sizes are 16ft by 16ft. There are 24 plots available this year on a first-come, first-serve basis. Starting Monday, April 20th, at 8:30 am, applications are available at the Senior Center office at 240 Stafford Avenue.
Mayor Ward said, "Special thanks go out to the Bristol Garden Club for donating funds to this project, and to Public Works and the Senior Center for their input and assistance."
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 4/7/2009
In observance of Good Friday, City Hall will be closed on Friday, April 10, 2009.
There will be no curbside collections (rubbish or recycle) on Friday April 10th. Friday collections will be done on Saturday, April 11th. Please have items at the curb by 7:00 AM.
The Transfer Station will also be closed on Friday, but will be open for normal business hours on Saturday - 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 3/26/2009
Spring leaf bag collection begins on Monday, March 30, 2009 and will continue through the month of April. Leaf bags will be picked up on rubbish collection days. Please place leaf bags at the curb as soon as they are filled and leave them curbside until collected. Leaf bag collection is available to all city residences eligible for curbside rubbish and recycling services. Leaves are only collected in brown (recyclable) paper leaf bags.
Spring street sweeping will being on Monday, April 6th and will follow the schedule below:
Rubbish Collection Route
Sweeping begins on
Duration of sweeping
Friday
April 6, 2009
1 week
Monday
April 13, 2009
2 weeks
Tuesday
April 27, 2009
1 week
Wednesday
May 4, 2009
2 weeks
Thursday
May 18, 2009
1 week
The schedule above is estimated and may vary depending on weather and equipment availability.
Yard Waste collection begins on April 13th for paid subscribers.
Contact Public Works at 584-6125 with any questions.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Date: 3/18/2009
How can Public Works help you this spring?
Leaf Bag Collection will begin on March 30th and continue through the month of April. Click here for more information about Leaf Collection: http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/content/3240/6587/6626/default.aspx
Yard Waste Collection (Subscription service currently $85.00 per season) begins April 13th and continues until November 20th, 2009. Yard Waste Information can be found by following this link: http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/content/3240/6587/3306/default.aspx
If you do not subscribe to this service, you can bring Yard Waste to the Transfer Station (see below for Permit Information) or you can compost your Yard Waste. (Information on composting is available by following the Yard Waste link above - scroll to the bottom of the page). Please do not put yard waste into the rubbish - state law mandates that it be recycled!
Public Works also offers Brush/Branch Collection - click here for information: http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/content/3240/6587/6621/default.aspx
Spring Cleaning?
Public Works offers Bulk Pickups (1 free per year) - click here for information: http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/content/3240/6587/6606/default.aspx
You can also bring items to the Transfer Station with a Residential Permit - a great deal at $20.00 for the calendar year. Click here for information on the Transfer Station: http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/content/3240/6587/3296/default.aspx
Not sure how to dispose of something? Check out our "How Do I Dispose of.." chart here: http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/content/3240/6587/6590/default.aspx
As always, you can contact us at 584-6125 with any questions. Happy Spring!
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From: Office of the Mayor Date: 3/13/2009
The Bristol Water Department in conjunction with the Southington Water Department and local volunteers will be hosting a free Medication Disposal Program for City of Bristol and Town of Southington residents on Saturday April 25, 2009. The program will be held at the Southington Water Department Headquarters from 10 AM to 2 PM. The Southington Water Department is conveniently located just off Route 229 at 605 West Queen Street, approximately 1 mile south of the Bristol / Southington town line.
This free event is an opportunity for you to clean out your medicine cabinets and bring all expired and unwanted medication (prescription, vitamins, over-the-counter and veterinary) for proper disposal. All medicine will be disposed of properly by incineration and no medicine will be re-used or re-sold. Also, thermometers, needles or medical waste of any type will not be accepted.
All medicines returned should be in their original bottle with the name and address of the patient crossed off with a permanent maker. If you do not have a marker one will be provided at the event. Be sure to leave the name of the medication visible for the pharmacist's review. A law enforcement officer will be in attendance per State and Federal laws.
You will be asked a few general questions, such as town of residence, why the medication is no longer wanted and how did you hear about this event. No personal information will be requested.
This is a new program that will not only help keep Bristol and Southington's drinking water clean, but will also help protect the health of our children and the environment.
For more information, please visit the Bristol Water Department's website at www.bristolwaterdept.org or contact Robert Longo, Superintendent, Bristol Water Department at (860) 582-7431.
Residents of Southington may also contact Tom West, Superintendent, Southington Water Department or John C. Dobbins R.Ph., Southington Water Commissioner at (860) 628-5593.
Url: http://www.bristolwaterdept.org
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 2/9/2009
In recognition of President's Day, Monday, February 16, 2009, City Hall and the Transfer Station will be closed. Rubbish and recycling will not be collected on Monday, collections will be one day later.
Curbside collection changes are as follows:
Monday pickup will be made on Tuesday, Tuesday pickup will be made on Wednesday, Wednesday pickup will be made on Thursday, Thursday pickup will be made on Friday, and Friday pickup will be made on Saturday.
Please have all rubbish and recycling at curbside by 7:00 AM. The Transfer Station will be open Saturday, February 14, 2009 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 2/7/2009
A new directory of City services is available on the City's web site.
From the City's web site (www.ci.bristol.ct.us), click on City Services Directory (on the right side) in the News area or follow the link below:
http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/content/3240/10633/default.aspx
Url: http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/content/3240/10633/default.aspx
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 2/5/2009
NOTICE -
The Assessor's Maps of the City of Bristol are in the process of being updated, after which they will be sent to the printers for the annual printing.
Those desiring to purchase copies of these map books, either in the small size (19" x 13") or the large size (38" x 26") must place their orders with the Public Works Department no later than February 24, 2009.
Orders will not be accepted after that date.
The cost of the small size is $26.50; the cost of the large size is $60.78. Payment is due upon request with each order. This payment is not refundable and represents the actual cost of the map book. Sufficient sets should be ordered at this time as no additional sets will be available after this initial printing.
Make checks payable to: City of Bristol. Send request and payment to:
Peter Forrest, City Surveyor
111 N. Main Street
Bristol, CT 06010.
Contact Engineering at 584-6297 with any questions.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 1/26/2009
Saturday, January 31st, 2009 will be the last day that residential Transfer Station permits will be sold at the Transfer Station.
Permits will still be available at City Hall (in Public Works - ground floor), Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Url: http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/content/3240/6587/3296/default.aspx
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 12/29/2008
There will be no rubbish/recycling collection on Thursday 1/1/09 due to the New Years holiday. The Transfer Station will also be closed on New Years day.
Thursday collections will be done on Friday 1/2/09, Friday collections will be done on Saturday 1/3/09. The Transfer Station will be open for regular hours on Friday and Saturday.
Please have barrels at the curb by 7:00 AM on the appropriate day.
Permits for the Transfer Station will be sold on Saturday mornings at the Transfer Station until 1/31/09. Permits are available from Public Works in City Hall Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and are available via the mail. See the Public Works web site for more information:
www.ci.bristol.ct.us/publicworks
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 12/17/2008
The City of Bristol Public Works Department is expanding their de-icing program throughout the city using a product called Ice B Gone 2 on city streets during the 2008-2009 winter season. This product with a magnesium chloride wetting agent is applied as a pre-treatment before a winter storm, as weather permits, and is intended to prevent ice from adhering to roadway surfaces. This de-icing and road treatment was used as a trial in the area around Redstone Hill Road with very positive results during the 2007-08 and 2008-09 winter seasons. In addition to being more effective than traditional sand/salt treatment, the de-icing treatment uses less material saving money in our winter operations budget.
Ice B Gone 2 is a treated rock salt material that is environmentally friendly, less corrosive and is distributed more efficiently than traditional rock salt. Ice B Gone 2 lasts longer and melts faster at lower temperatures than regular salt. Ice B Gone 2 also prevents refreeze commonly associated with regular rock salt. The treatment of the salt results in less bounce and scatter when applied to the roadway. Residents may not be able to detect a visible material on the roads, but treated roads will have better traction and minimal icing once snow/ice begins to cover the road. This product will also be applied during and after precipitation as needed. A salt/sand mixture and liquid magnesium chloride may also be applied as needed.
During or after a winter storm, you may not see evidence of sand having been distributed on City streets, but please be assured that the City of Bristol will be treating roadway surfaces to ensure safe travel.
More information on snow removal and ice control operations can be found on our web site at: http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/content/3240/6587/3264/default.aspx
As a reminder, City ordinance prohibits parking vehicles on any street or highway between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. of any day during the period from December fifteenth to March fifteenth of each year.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 12/9/2008
All-night Parking Ban
City ordinance prohibits parking vehicles on any street or highway between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. of any day during the period from December fifteenth to March fifteenth of each year.
Emergency Parking Ban
The City of Bristol will declare an emergency parking ban and prohibit any and all parking on any street in the city during and for the period following a severe storm or other emergency until such time as the emergency is past and roads are cleared for safe passage.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 12/4/2008
The CT Department of Transportation (DOT) originally announced that Federal Street at Route 6 would be closed for two weeks for construction.
Public Works has been advised by the DOT that Federal Street may remain closed until December 25th due to unforseen delays.
More information can be found at the DOT web site at http://www.ct.gov/dot
Url: http://www.ct.gov/dot
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 11/21/2008
Leaf bag and Yard Waste collection has been extended through the 1st week of December.
Holiday Services:
Thursday 11/27/08 Yard Waste will be collected on Saturday 11/29/08 due to the Thanksgiving holiday.
Thursday (11/27/08) rubbish & recycling routes will be collected on Friday 11/28, Friday routes will be collected on Saturday 11/29/08.
The Transfer Station will be closed on Thursday November 27th for Thanksgiving, but will be open on Friday 11/28/08
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 11/14/2008
2009 Residential Transfer Station Permits will go on sale Monday December 1, 2008. Permits will be valid through December 31, 2009.
For more information on Residential Transfer Station Permits, please click here.
Permits can be purchased at Public Works in City Hall - Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
** New this year** Permits can also be purchased through the mail. For instructions and an application - please click here.
Residential Transfer Station Permits will also be available for sale at the Transfer Station on Saturdays only (7:30 AM to 1:00 PM) until February 1, 2009.
Contact Public Works at 584-6125 with any questions.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 11/10/2008
City Hall will be closed on Tuesday November 11, 2008 in honor of Veteran's Day.
There will be no rubbish, recycle, yard waste or leaf collection on Tuesday. The Transfer Station will also be closed.
Rubbish, recycle and leaf collection will resume on Wednesday - Tuesday routes will be collected on Wednesday, Wednesday routes will be collected on Thursday, Thursday routes will be done on Friday, and Friday routes will be collected on Saturday.
Tuesday Yard Waste will be collected on Wednesday, along with regular Wednesday routes. Thursday and Friday routes will not be affected by the holiday.
Leaf collection and yard waste collection will continue through the end of November. Leaf bags may be left at the curb when filled until they are collected.
Feel free to contact Public Works 860-584-6125 with any questions.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 10/16/2008
October 16, 2008
The City of Bristol had closed a portion of Main Street (from the Memorial Boulevard and School Street intersection to South Street) for replacement of the storm drainage culvert.
Main Street will be reopened to traffic by October 17, 2008. Through traffic will be allowed through the construction area.
Minor delays may occur while the project is being completed, but traffic will be allowed in both directions.
We appreciate your patience while these improvements are made. Please contact Ray Rogozinski, Assistant City Engineer at 584-6297 with any questions or concerns.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 10/16/2008
Leaf collection begins 10/20/08 and will continue through the month of November. Leaf bags are collected on the normal rubbish collection day. Please bring your leaf bags curbside as soon as they are filled and leave them curbside until collected. Leaf bag collection is available to all city residences eligible for curbside rubbish and recycling services.
Leaves are only collected in brown (recyclable) paper leaf bags that are available at most home and garden stores (Ace Hardware, Tru-Value, Home Depot, etc). There is no maximum limit to leaf bag collection at a residence. Leaf bags containing dirt, sand, rocks, sod or materials other than leaves will not be collected. Leaf bags must be placed curbside and not within the residence's property for proper collection. Loose leaf piles will not be collected.
Residents are encouraged to clear leaves and other debris from the tops of catch basins abutting their property during the fall leaf collection period to help prevent localized flooding conditions during the fall and winter months.
Leaves, grass, and twigs can always be taken by residents to the City of Bristol Solid Waste Transfer Station. At the Transfer Station, leaves, grass, and twigs in bags (other than paper yard waste bags) must be emptied out. A permit is required to access the Transfer Station.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 10/2/2008
The City of Bristol is replacing the storm drainage culvert under Matthews Street west of Sand Hill Road in the area of #243 & #258 Matthews Street.
Matthews Street will be closed to through traffic between Sand Hill Road and Crest Drive for a two to three week period starting on October 14, 2008 to facilitate the culvert replacement.
Work will commence with clearing and site preparation work during the week of October 6, 2008. Local traffic will be allowed to pass through the construction site during the preliminary part of the construction until the road closure. The road closure and reconstruction will begin on October 14th and will be substantially complete by the end of November.
Portions of lawns and driveways disturbed as part of construction will be repaired at the City's expense.
Minor delays may occur on Matthews Street during construction, however local residents will have access to their property during construction, and there will be no interruption of mail, rubbish or other services.
A detour map for through traffic is available on the City's web site at www.ci.bristol.ct.us/publicworks or by contacting the Department of Public Works. It is recommended that through traffic use Perkins Street or Hill Street during construction.
Please contact Public Works at 584-6297 with any questions or concerns.
Url: www.ci.bristol.ct.us/publicworks
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 9/25/2008
NOTICE
PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING
Coppermine Brook Drainage Study
The City of Bristol announced in April 2008 that it would be conducting a study of the Coppermine Brook watershed area. The City recently received the completed Coppermine Brook Drainage Evaluation report from its consultant. The purpose of the study was to analyze storm water flow during rain events in order to identify potential solutions that will mitigate flooding along the brook and within the watershed area.
Mayor Arthur J. Ward has requested a public information meeting to be held at the time and date indicated below to discuss the study and findings.
Coppermine Brook Drainage Study - Public Information Meeting
Date Thursday, October 2, 2008
Place: City Hall - Council Chambers
111 North Main Street
Bristol CT
Time: 6:30 PM
Interested parties may view the report at Public Works (111 North Main Street), the Bristol Public Library (5 Main Street), or at the Manross Library (260 Central Street).
An executive summary of the report is available on the public works web site at www.ci.bristol.ct.us/publicworks under News and Information.
If you are unable to attend and have any questions please feel free to contact the City of Bristol Engineering Department at 584-6297.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 9/23/2008
The City of Bristol will host a Household Hazardous Waste Collection on Saturday, October 4, 2008. The collection will be held at the Bristol Public Works Garage located at 95 Vincent P. Kelly Road (off Route 229) from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
This Household Hazardous Waste Collection is free of charge and is open to residents of Bristol, Berlin, Burlington, Meriden, New Britain, Plainville, Plymouth, Prospect, Southington and Wolcott. Identification will be required as proof of residency. No waste from businesses will be accepted.
Items to be accepted include:
Pesticides and poisons, herbicides and weed killers, oil-based paint, paint thinners, varnish, household batteries, hobby and photographic chemicals, pool chemicals, household cleaners and disinfectants, antifreeze, waste oil, gasoline, fertilizers, fluorescent bulbs and mercury.
Items that can not be accepted include:
Latex paint, tires, propane tanks, computers and electronic equipment, explosives, smoke detectors, medical waste, fire extinguishers, empty containers - and waste from any businesses.
Information about disposing of other materials is available on the City's Public Works web site at http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/publicworks
Url: http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/publicworks
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 9/10/2008
NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: September 4, 2008
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS
TELEPHONE: (860) 594-3062
Fax: (860) 594-3066
Web site: www.ct.gov/dot
The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that construction work is scheduled to begin on September 8, 2008 for the drainage improvements on RT 6 @ RT 69 in the city of Bristol. The contract was awarded to VMS Construction Co. of Vernon, Connecticut at an estimated cost of $5,637,363.00. Construction is scheduled to be completed on August 25, 2010.
The project will include the installation of box culverts and various other drainage structures to improve drainage from Federal St. to Oakland St. on Rt. 6 and the intersection of Rt. 69 and Maple St. Traffic signals will also be installed @ Rt. 6 at North Main St. @ Rt. 69 @ Rustic Terrace & Bristol Commons @ Oakland St. & Lewis St.
The Contractor will not be permitted to perform any work that will interfere with the existing number of lanes of traffic, including all existing turning lanes.
Monday through Friday between 5:30 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
Construction signs will be utilized for traffic control.
Motorists are advised to reduce their speed accordingly through the work zone.
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From: City of Bristol Public Works Department Date: 9/2/2008
Coppermine Brook Drainage Study
The City of Bristol announced in April 2008 that it would be conducting a study of the Coppermine Brook watershed area. The City recently received the completed Coppermine Brook Drainage Evaluation report from its consultant. The purpose of the study was to analyze storm water flow during rain events in order to identify potential solutions that will mitigate flooding along the brook and within the watershed area.
A public information meeting will be held in the near future to discuss the report and address concerns.
Interested parties may view the report at Public Works (111 North Main Street), the Bristol Public Library (5 Main Street), or at the Manross Library (260 Central Street). An executive summary of the report is available on the public works web site at:
Url: http://www.ci.bristol.ct.us/filestorage/3240/9934/Coppermine_Brook_Evaluation_Executive_Summary.pdf
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